Sr Estimator - Mission Critical - Diamond Peak Recruiting

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Estimator with expertise in estimating data center projects and modular skids. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for large-scale, complex projects, working closely with project teams, clients, and vendors to ensure project success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimating Leadership:
• Develop comprehensive cost estimates for data centers and modular skid projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Interpret project plans, specifications, and requirements to define the scope of work and identify key cost drivers.
• Prepare detailed conceptual and final estimates for large-scale projects, often exceeding multi-million-dollar budgets.
• Bid Preparation & Presentation:
• Prepare competitive bid proposals, including assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions.
• Collaborate with business development and project teams to tailor bids to client requirements.
• Lead bid reviews with senior management and project stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination:
• Solicit and evaluate quotes from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and subcontractors.
• Collaboration & Teamwork:
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to align estimates with project goals and execution strategies.
• Provide technical expertise during pre-construction, value engineering, and planning phases.
• Mentor junior estimators, sharing knowledge and best practices to develop team capabilities.
• Market Analysis & Cost Management:
• Stay informed on market trends, material pricing, and labor rates, particularly in the data center and modular construction sectors.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations for efficient project execution.
• Process Improvement:
• Enhance and maintain estimating tools, templates, and databases to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Drive innovation in estimating practices to keep pace with industry advancements in data centers and modular construction.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction estimating, with at least 3 years specializing in data centers and modular skid projects.
• Demonstrated success in preparing estimates for complex, large-scale projects in the technology and industrial sectors.
• Technical Knowledge:
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical, and IT systems.
• Expertise in modular skid design, fabrication, and installation processes.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., FastPIPE, FastDUCT, or equivalent) and project management tools (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Skills:
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and client-facing interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

• Certifications:
• Professional certifications in estimating, such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE), are a plus.