Lead Electrical Estimator - Data Center Construction

Miller Electric Company

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems. Lead Electrical Estimator - Data Center Join Miller Electric and be part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and employee well‑being. This role offers meaningful project work, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package, including paid medical and dental coverage. The Lead Estimator reports directly to the Senior Preconstruction Manager. You’ll develop through hands‑on experience, peer collaboration, and ongoing technical training.

Requirements

Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Low Voltage Systems.
Ability to read and evaluate specifications and blueprints.
Ability to deal effectively with customers.
Ability to analyze risks involved with certain project types.
Ability to estimate large and small projects.
Ability to work calmly under deadlines and external pressure.
Excellent math skills.
Strong communication skills.
Strong computer skills- Specifically in Microsoft Suite Applications
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.
8-10 years of experience with a High School Diploma or
6-8 years of experience with an Associate degree or
2-4 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree
Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Accubid or ConEst Estimating Software
On-Site, Mission Critical Project experience
Hands-on construction experience

Responsibilities

Develops cost estimates from take‐off stage to bid hand‐off.
Develops cost estimates for change orders.
Analyzes material and labor requirements to complete a project.
Attends pre‐bid and scope review meetings.
Computes and submits bids.
Reading & thoroughly understanding blueprints.
Meets with engineers, customers, vendors, and Project Managers.
Visually inspects project locations to determine the amount of labor and materials needed to do the work.
Contacts vendors for pricing.
Assesses the costs of leasing equipment.
Maintains the change order submissions/documents in an organized and standardized manner. Works with the project team to develop this standard.
Analyzes material and labor requirements to complete a project.
Attends pre-bid and scope review meetings.
Ability to coordinate and organize other estimators
Other duties as assigned.