Senior Electrical Estimator - Data Center

Actalent • Cherry Hill, NJ • 1h ago

Responsibilities:

Lead estimating efforts for large-scale data center electrical projects, including hyperscale campuses, mission-critical facilities, and phased expansion programs

Develop detailed estimates for electrical power distribution systems, medium voltage infrastructure, substations, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and low-voltage systems common to data centers

Utilize Accubid estimating software (Trimble Accubid) as a primary tool for electrical takeoff, pricing, and database management

Review project requirements and coordinate with internal teams to produce accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor estimates aligned with data center execution strategies and fast-track schedules

Oversee bid development across multiple stakeholders to ensure complete coverage of mission-critical scope, redundancy requirements, and uptime-driven constraints

Prepare and present proposals to clients, clearly communicating data center constructability, sequencing, and cost drivers

Develop conceptual through detailed budgets for hyperscale and colocation data center developments

Manage subcontractor and vendor engagement specific to data center electrical systems and long-lead equipment procurement

Mentor estimating staff on data center means and methods, including energized work constraints, phased turnover, and critical path sequencing

Maintain cost databases, unit pricing, and benchmarks within Accubid and related estimating systems, ensuring accuracy across repeatable data center models

Build and maintain relationships with OEMs, subcontractors, and clients within the data center ecosystem

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent combination of education and electrical construction experience

15+ years of electrical estimating and/or project management experience in industrial electrical construction

Strong, demonstrable experience estimating large-scale data center projects (required)

Proficiency with Accubid (Trimble Accubid) required

Deep understanding of data center electrical systems, including:

Medium voltage distribution

UPS and backup generation systems

Switchgear and power distribution

Mission-critical redundancy design (N+1, 2N, etc.)

Phased construction in live/critical environments

Strong capability in cost analysis, estimating logic, and constructability evaluation for complex electrical systems

Proficiency with MS Office and additional tools (Bluebeam, HCSS, Primavera, MS Project preferred)

Strong communication skills with ability to present technical data center solutions to executive stakeholders

Proven leadership in fast-paced mission-critical/data center environments

Strong organizational ability to manage multiple large-scale data center bids simultaneously

High attention to detail, strong commercial judgment, and ability to anticipate risks in data center delivery models

Salary $130000-180000

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cherry Hill, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $135000.00/yr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cherry Hill,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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