Electrical Estimator - Data Centers

IES Holdings, Inc. • Sugar Land, TX

3d • Remote

About The Position

IES is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to lead electrical preconstruction and estimating for large-scale, modular data center projects serving hyperscale clients. This role blends senior-level electrical estimating with hands-on operational and field knowledge — pricing and preparing complex data center electrical scopes, verifying constructible designs, and partnering with CAD / BIM teams to turn engineered drawings into buildable conveyance systems. The ideal candidate is an operator who has estimated their own work: someone who understands hyperscale data center electrical construction from the field up and can independently price, plan, and help win the work.

Requirements

• Extensive electrical estimating experience, with documented success pricing and winning large-scale data center electrical work.
• Hyperscale data center experience — strong understanding of how conveyance and electrical distribution are designed and installed in these facilities.
• Hands-on operational / field background in electrical construction (e.g., journeyman electrician, electrical project manager or superintendent, or operations manager who has estimated their own work).
• Proficiency with electrical estimating software (AccuBid) and construction tools such as Bluebeam, Procore, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, and technical documents.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NEC / NFPA 70, NFPA 75, NFPA 76, and TIA-942.
• Ability to work independently and apply senior-level judgment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites and fabrication facilities (approximately 25–30%).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with modular or prefabricated data center delivery.
• Familiarity with mission-critical electrical systems (UPS, backup generation, automatic transfer switches, grounding and bonding) and data center reliability standards such as Uptime Institute Tier levels.
• Basic AutoCAD proficiency and comfort working alongside BIM / CAD modeling teams.
• Familiarity with low-voltage and structured cabling in data center environments.
• Experience with design-build project delivery in a contractor environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, competitive electrical estimates for large-scale hyperscale and modular data center projects, including conveyance (pathways) and related electrical distribution systems.
• Lead preconstruction and pre-sales activities — quantifying scope, pricing labor and material, and preparing projects for construction.
• Support design-build scopes, RFI responses, and submittal review throughout preconstruction.
• Contribute to value engineering that optimizes electrical systems for cost, reliability, and constructability.
• Perform design verification on electrical drawings — interpreting endpoint and single-line information and field-engineering conduit and conveyance pathways.
• Partner with CAD / BIM and modeling teams to translate designs into accurate, constructible BIM models, directing how conduit and pathways should be routed.
• Coordinate electrical scope with structural (including interior structural steel), mechanical, and low-voltage teams.
• Review and vet subcontractor bids and sub-estimates for accuracy and completeness.
• Review and validate electrical estimates from other IES segments and partners.
• Develop prefabrication and kitting strategies that improve material procurement efficiency and reduce field labor.
• Provide field engineering and installation guidance grounded in hands-on electrical construction experience.
• Participate in project kickoffs, progress reviews, and client-facing preconstruction discussions.
• Support the broader modular data center team across estimating, operations, and coordination — a small team where multiple hats are worn.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed