Hyperscale Estimator

E2 Optics

Estimating professional handling complete cost estimates for large hyperscale data center projects with E2 Optics. Collaborating with teams to ensure project requirements and deadlines are met.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures
Follow safe work practices and company and client worksite policies
Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture
Prepare complete cost estimates for projects
Understand and monitor program of work to ensure estimates are completed prior to deadlines
Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
Follow-up at the end of a project to close any loops in the estimating process
Conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications for medium to large hard bid/lump sum projects to determine overall project requirements
Takes ownership of medium to large size estimates or a component of larger estimates and is accountable for that specific work scope
Completes final cost estimate, adding all labor, equipment, material data, pricing documentation, overhead, and profit margins, and produces a final bid submission
Identifies associated risk factors, including monitoring of published addenda that may alter original project scope
Completes full quantity take-off of all labor, equipment, and materials. Captures and understands trade scopes and communicates gaps/missing information
Coordinates and works with sales development and project management team to create site logistics, schedule, and execution plan
Reviews current material and construction equipment pricing and ensures that bid validity and price escalation are addressed and meet project's needs
Assists or leads in preparing final bid documents for submission to client to meet contract deadline requirements
Support estimating efforts of multiple office locations
Maintain data in E2 Optics systems
Reads and understand blueprints
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar field is highly preferred; A combination of relevant education and experience would be considered in lieu of degree
RCDD is required
Minimum of five (5) years experience estimating large scale HYPERSCALE data center projects including mission critical data centers and colocation facilities
Structured Cabling/Low Voltage industry experience required
Bluebeam expertise is REQUIRED
Familiarity with AutoCAD/BIM360 is preferred
Must have a proven understanding of the intricacies of working in the Hyperscale market, including the variations in design between the major hyperscale customers infrastructure platforms
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project)
Must have the proven ability to design, engineer, estimate and develop a written and graphic representation of the company's proposed solutions utilizing the software resources provided by the company
Able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
Impeccable problem-solving skills
Demonstrated detail orientation
Solid proven estimating skills and understanding of conceptual estimating skillset
Ability to independently develop accurate, detailed, complete estimates

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
BICSI training facilities
A supportive and inclusive work environment
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cost EstimationField Take-OffsBlueprint ReadingDetailed Analysis of Contract DocumentsConceptual EstimatingChange Order PreparationFinal Bid Document PreparationQuantity Take-OffProject Scope MonitoringRisk Factor Identification

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsDetail OrientationMulti-Tasking AbilityDeadline Management

Certifications

RCDD Certification