Senior Electrical Estimator – Mission Critical, Data Centers, Hyperscale

Ace Electric, Inc

Senior Electrical Estimator for mission critical data centers, collaborating on large-scale projects. Leading estimating efforts in a hybrid work environment and supporting a strong culture of safety and quality.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeGreater Columbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $83,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review electrical drawings, specifications, and project documents
Perform detailed takeoffs and prepare accurate cost estimates
Develop budgets, proposals, bid packages, and scope reviews
Analyze labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, engineers, and operations teams
Participate in preconstruction planning and value engineering efforts
Assist with project turnover and support awarded projects
Identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving strategies
Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners
Support continuous improvement of estimating processes and systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of electrical estimating experience
Experience in: Mission Critical / Data Centers, Industrial Construction, Large Commercial Construction, Design-Build Projects, Fast-Track Construction Environments
Technical Skills: Accubid or similar estimating software, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Blueprint and specification interpretation, Strong understanding of NEC and electrical systems
Professional Skills: Strong communication and collaboration abilities, High attention to detail and organization, Strategic and analytical thinking, Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, Self-motivated with a solutions-oriented mindset
High School Diploma or GED required
Post-secondary education or industry certifications preferred
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Strong backlog and long-term project stability
Career growth opportunities with one of the nation’s top electrical contractors
Large, complex, high-visibility projects
Collaborative leadership team
Safety and people-focused culture
Opportunities to support major mission critical growth initiatives
Competitive compensation and benefits package

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical estimatingcost estimationbudget developmentlabor analysismaterial analysisequipment analysissubcontractor pricingblueprint interpretationNEC understandingelectrical systems knowledge

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationattention to detailorganizationstrategic thinkinganalytical thinkingtime managementself-motivationsolutions-oriented mindset

Certifications

High School DiplomaGEDpost-secondary educationindustry certifications