What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at PlanIT Group, LLC?
Job Description
Required Qualifications
The Estimator - Data Center Operations supports the preparation, analysis, and development of project cost estimates for data center infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with a technical mindset who want to grow within data center construction, structured cabling, and mission-critical operations.
The Estimator will work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, and vendors to ensure accurate and competitive estimates that support successful project delivery and profitability.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience: 3-5 years in estimating, project coordination, or data center construction (internships or field experience acceptable).
- Knowledge of Division 27 construction specifications in ISP environments
- Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, or cabling systems used in mission-critical facilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and estimating software (e.g., Trimble, Accubid, or PlanSwift).
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Strong numerical accuracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Familiarity with BICSI standards, data center design concepts, or structured cabling.
- Exposure to vendor bid comparisons, RFP processes, or cost control systems.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or construction scheduling software.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and multiple stakeholders.
The Estimator - Data Center Operations supports the preparation, analysis, and development of project cost estimates for data center infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with a technical mindset who want to grow within data center construction, structured cabling, and mission-critical operations.
The Estimator will work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, and vendors to ensure accurate and competitive estimates that support successful project delivery and profitability.
- Assist in preparing cost estimates, bills of materials (BOMs), and labor projections for data center construction and infrastructure projects.
- Interpret blueprints, specifications, and scope documents to determine project requirements.
- Collaborate with project engineers, field operations, and procurement to validate material quantities, labor rates, and vendor quotes.
- Perform take-offs for structured cabling, electrical, and mechanical systems related to data centers.
- Support bid preparation and submission for RFPs and client proposals.
- Update and maintain historical cost data, unit pricing, and vendor rate databases.
- Assist with change order analysis, validating scope adjustments and cost impacts.
- Ensure all estimates comply with company standards, safety requirements, and client expectations.
- Participate in site visits and pre-bid meetings to gather technical and logistical details.
- Contribute to process improvements that increase estimating accuracy and efficiency.