Data Center Infrastructure Estimator/Technician

Maania Consultancy Services • Washington, DC

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About The Position

This role focuses on estimating and technical aspects of data center infrastructure, particularly concerning cabling systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of various cabling types, data center architecture, and relevant industry standards. Responsibilities include developing detailed estimates, producing bills of materials, evaluating installation factors, and understanding different pricing models. The position also requires strong communication and analytical skills to manage bids, identify risks, and collaborate with various internal teams.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of low-voltage and structured cabling systems.
• Knowledge of fiber optic and copper cabling infrastructure.
• Knowledge of data center architecture and structured cabling topologies.
• Understanding of pathways, ladder systems, containment, racks, cabinets, and related installation methods.
• Working knowledge of TIA/EIA, BICSI, NEC, and applicable industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, scopes of work, and related project documentation.
• Experience developing detailed material and labor estimates.
• Experience producing accurate bills of materials and material takeoffs.
• Understanding of inside plant and outside plant cabling systems.
• Experience evaluating installation difficulty, site conditions, productivity factors, and construction impacts.
• Knowledge of unit-cost, fixed-price, and time-and-material pricing models.
• Ability to evaluate margins, overhead, pricing assumptions, and competitive market considerations.
• Experience identifying scope gaps, project risks, and value engineering alternatives.
• Strong written communication skills for RFIs, RFP responses, proposal documentation, and scope narratives.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines concurrently.
• Ability to work collaboratively across technical, operational, procurement, sales, and project management functions.

Responsibilities

• Developing detailed material and labor estimates.
• Producing accurate bills of materials and material takeoffs.
• Evaluating installation difficulty, site conditions, productivity factors, and construction impacts.
• Identifying scope gaps, project risks, and value engineering alternatives.
• Writing RFIs, RFP responses, proposal documentation, and scope narratives.
• Managing multiple estimates and bid deadlines concurrently.
• Collaborating across technical, operational, procurement, sales, and project management functions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed