Senior Estimator

Enterprise Electrical•Phoenix, AZ

40d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Estimator leads complex estimating and preconstruction efforts for large-scale commercial, industrial, and mission critical electrical construction projects, including hyperscale data centers, central utility plants, healthcare facilities, manufacturing operations, and other technically demanding environments. This role serves as a senior technical and strategic resource within the estimating department and is responsible for overseeing complete project pricing strategies from conceptual design through final proposal submission. The Senior Estimator directs detailed estimate development including labor forecasting, equipment analysis, subcontractor scope evaluation, constructability review, value engineering, risk assessment, and schedule analysis to ensure accurate and competitive project pricing. This position collaborates extensively with executive leadership, operations teams, engineering, BIM/VDC, procurement, and business development throughout the pursuit lifecycle. This role is expected to lead high-profile and negotiated pursuits, support client presentations and preconstruction meetings, mentor junior estimating staff, and provide guidance on estimating standards, labor units, and market pricing strategies. The Senior Estimator plays a critical role in securing profitable work, reducing operational risk exposure, and supporting long-term organizational growth within highly competitive construction markets.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of commercial, industrial, and mission critical electrical construction systems, installation methods, and construction sequencing
Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems, power generation, switchgear, UPS systems, lighting, controls, grounding, and low-voltage systems
Extensive ability to read, interpret, and analyze complex construction drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, schedules, and technical documentation
Advanced understanding of labor productivity, labor forecasting, installation durations, crew loading, and field execution planning
Strong knowledge of estimating principles, conceptual budgeting, cost modeling, value engineering, and risk analysis
Ability to identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, scheduling conflicts, procurement risks, and cost exposures during the preconstruction process
Strong understanding of procurement strategies, subcontractor scope development, and vendor qualification processes
Working knowledge of NEC, OSHA regulations, electrical construction standards, and applicable building codes
Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple large-scale pursuits simultaneously while maintaining estimate quality and meeting aggressive deadlines
Effective leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to support the development of junior estimating personnel
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact professionally with executive leadership, clients, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and operational teams
Ability to participate in executive estimate reviews, client presentations, and strategic bid discussions
Advanced proficiency in estimating software, digital takeoff platforms, Microsoft Excel, and construction management technology
Strong understanding of mission critical/data center construction environments including fast-track schedules, commissioning coordination, and critical uptime requirements preferred
Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments with changing priorities and project demands
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred
Equivalent electrical construction, field operations, or estimating experience may be considered in lieu of formal education
Formal electrical apprenticeship training, trade school education, or technical construction education strongly preferred
Advanced coursework or specialized training in estimating, preconstruction, project management, or mission critical construction is beneficial for this role
Valid driver’s license required
Minimum of 6–10 years of progressive electrical estimating experience within commercial, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, or mission critical construction environments
Proven experience leading complex electrical estimates and major bid pursuits with significant contract values and operational complexity
Strong background in design-build, negotiated, conceptual, and hard bid project delivery methods
Experience preparing labor forecasts, conceptual budgets, GMP proposals, value engineering analyses, and constructability reviews
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple large-scale pursuits simultaneously while meeting aggressive deadlines
Experience collaborating with operations, field leadership, procurement, BIM/VDC, engineering, and executive leadership teams throughout the preconstruction process
Prior experience mentoring junior estimators and supporting estimating department development preferred
Mission critical/data center estimating experience strongly preferred including exposure to UPS systems, generators, switchgear, commissioning, and fast-track construction schedules

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 certification preferred
Electrical trade license or equivalent electrical construction certifications preferred
Professional estimating certifications such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or equivalent preferred
Training or certifications related to mission critical/data center construction, BIM/VDC, or advanced preconstruction practices preferred
Proficiency in estimating and construction management software platforms strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and independently prepare detailed cost estimates for large-scale commercial, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, and mission critical electrical construction projects
Analyze complex bid documents, specifications, drawings, schedules, and phasing requirements to define complete project scope and identify cost and operational risks
Develop comprehensive labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, general conditions, and indirect cost estimates for competitive and negotiated project pursuits
Lead quantity takeoffs, labor productivity analysis, constructability reviews, and installation planning for complex electrical systems
Coordinate and lead subcontractor and vendor solicitation efforts, including scope reviews, bid leveling, clarifications, and pricing evaluations
Participate in bid strategy development, Go/No-Go evaluations, executive estimate reviews, and final proposal presentations
Collaborate closely with operations, project management, BIM/VDC, procurement, and field leadership to align estimating assumptions with execution strategies and project logistics
Prepare conceptual budgets, schematic estimates, GMP proposals, and design-build preconstruction deliverables
Identify value engineering opportunities, procurement strategies, and cost-saving alternatives while maintaining project quality, schedule, and operational requirements
Evaluate labor productivity, material escalation, market conditions, schedule impacts, and construction sequencing to improve estimate accuracy and profitability
Assist the Chief Estimator and Preconstruction leadership in managing estimating priorities, bid schedules, workload distribution, and departmental processes
Lead post-bid reviews, estimate turnover meetings, and lessons-learned evaluations to support continuous improvement initiatives
Develop, maintain, and refine estimating databases, labor units, assemblies, historical cost records, and market pricing benchmarks
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, manufacturers, and industry partners
Represent the company during pre-bid meetings, site walks, design coordination meetings, and client interviews
Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to Estimator I and Estimator II team members
Support business development and strategic growth initiatives by assisting with client relationship development and major project pursuits
Maintain compliance with company estimating standards, bid procedures, contractual requirements, and risk management practices