Senior Estimator (New York)
metric dcxNew York, NY
$130 K–$180 K
APPLY (opens in a new tab)Senior Estimator (New York)
metric dcxNew York, NYSenior L5
$130 K–$180 K
Other Heavy and Civil Engineering ConstructionEngineering ServicesOther Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Shape the bids that build mission-critical power. Our client is a long-established leader in critical infrastructure construction across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, and data centers are now at the heart of its growth strategy. They're looking for a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead pricing on hyperscale and colocation projects, where accuracy, speed and constructability win the work.
What you'll do:
- Lead estimating on large-scale data center electrical projects, from hyperscale campuses to phased expansions
- Build detailed estimates for MV distribution, substations, switchgear, UPS, generators and low-voltage systems
- Use Trimble Accubid as your primary tool for takeoff, pricing and database management
- Take budgets from conceptual through to detailed, aligned with fast-track schedules
- Coordinate labor, material, equipment and subcontractor pricing across internal teams
- Present proposals to clients, explaining constructability, sequencing and cost drivers
- Manage vendor and subcontractor engagement, including long-lead equipment
- Mentor estimators on data center means and methods: energized work, phased turnover and critical path sequencing
- Build relationships with OEMs, subcontractors and clients across the data center ecosystem
- What you'll bring
- 15+ years of electrical estimating and/or project management in industrial electrical construction
- Proven experience estimating large-scale data center projects (required)
- Deep knowledge of MV distribution, UPS and backup generation, switchgear, and redundancy design (N+1, 2N)
- Experience with phased construction in live, mission-critical environments
- Bachelor's in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience
- Bluebeam, HCSS, Primavera or MS Project a plus
- Confidence presenting technical solutions to executive stakeholders
- The ability to juggle multiple large bids at once without losing sight of the detail
- What's on offer
- Competitive salary of $130K–$180K plus profit sharing
- Medical, dental and vision, plus an HSA with company contribution
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Student loan repayment and 529 college savings program
- Company-paid life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, identity theft protection and EAP
- Accident and critical illness insurance
Ready to lead estimating on some of the most important builds in the country? Apply now or message me for a confidential conversation.
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Level
Senior L5
Salary
$130 K–$180 K
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Cost Estimators
Industry
Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
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