Estimator

Job Summary

Industrial Power Solutions a Sundt Company is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Estimator to support the continued growth of our Data Center Division. This role is responsible for leading the estimating effort on large-scale electrical construction projects developing accurate and competitive proposals and supporting preconstruction activities from initial pursuit through project turnover.

The ideal candidate will have experience estimating complex electrical systems for data centers mission critical facilities large industrial projects or similar high-profile construction projects. This position requires strong leadership technical expertise attention to detail and the ability to collaborate with operations project management vendors and customers.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain positive working relationships with project teams clients vendors subcontractors and industry partners.

Produce accurate complete and competitive estimates while maintaining the highest standards of quality and professionalism.

Lead job setup quantity takeoffs pricing development and estimate preparation for large-scale electrical construction projects.

Solicit evaluate and level vendor and subcontractor quotations to ensure complete and competitive pricing.

Prepare detailed bid summaries clarifications assumptions and proposal documents.

Participate in preconstruction meetings design reviews value engineering discussions and project handoff meetings.

Review drawings specifications schedules and contract documents to identify risks opportunities and scope gaps.

Develop labor productivity assumptions material pricing strategies and project execution plans.

Support business development efforts and assist in building long-term customer relationships.

Mentor and support junior estimators while promoting consistency and estimating best practices.

Eliminate waste such as rework missed scope estimating inefficiencies and inaccurate pricing assumptions.

Minimum Job Requirements

Minimum 5 years of electrical estimating experience on commercial industrial mission critical or data center projects.

Strong understanding of electrical systems including power distribution switchgear generators grounding raceway systems and medium-voltage installations.

Experience preparing estimates for projects ranging from several million dollars to large-scale data center developments.

Proficiency with estimating software including McCormick Accubid ConEst or similar platforms.

Experience with Bluebeam Microsoft Excel Word and construction management software.

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings specifications contracts and bid documents.

Strong communication leadership organizational and analytical skills.

Ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience estimating hyperscale colocation or enterprise data center projects.

Experience with design-build and negotiated delivery methods.

Familiarity with Navisworks BIM coordination and model-based quantity takeoffs.

Vocational technical or college education in construction engineering or a related field.

Previous field experience as an electrician foreman superintendent or project engineer is highly desirable.

Note

Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Work primarily in an office environment with extended periods of computer use.

Ability to review drawings specifications and project documentation for extended periods.

Occasional travel to customer locations project sites pre-bid meetings and industry events may be required.

Ability to wear personal protective equipment when visiting active construction sites.

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as supporting construction operations coordinating project activities and working in active industrial environments.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor when you work at Industrial Power Solutions a Sundt Company youre not just joining a company youre joining a culture. Because every employee is an owner our team is deeply invested in the quality of the work we perform. From apprentices to senior leadership were passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At IPS and Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay industry-leading benefits including a 401K and Employee Stock Ownership Plan incentive programs and training opportunities that support both personal and professional growth. Were driven by skill grit and purpose as we continue to build some of the most advanced electrical infrastructure projects in the country.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Industrial Power Solutions a Sundt Company is committed to the equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination based on race religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity color age disability national origin covered veteran status genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable federal state or local laws.

Benefits

Market Competitive Salary (Paid Weekly)
Bonus Eligibility Based on Company Group and Individual Performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry-Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical Health Savings and Wellness Credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation Charitable Employee-Owners Program