Data Center Estimator

@ Innova

Data Center Estimator

Plano, TX
Posted today

About the job

Innova Solutions is a global tech and business transformation firm. We are hiring a Data Center Estimator to prepare cost estimates, interpret blueprints, collaborate with teams, and support bid processes. This role focuses on data center construction and infrastructure projects, offering a full-time position with growth opportunities.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years estimating or data center experience
  • Knowledge of Division 27 specs in ISP environments
  • Proficiency in estimating software like Trimble
  • Strong understanding of electrical/mechanical systems
  • Associate or bachelor’s in construction or engineering

Qualifications

  • Degree in construction management, engineering, or related field
  • Experience with blueprints and scope interpretation
  • Knowledge of vendor bid comparisons
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills

Full job description

<span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a <strong>Data Center Estimator.</strong></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Position type: Full Time<br />Duration: Direct Hire<br />Location: Plano, TX (Remote)<br /><br />As </span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt">a <strong>Data Center Estimator, you will:</strong></span></span></span></span><ul><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Assist in preparing cost estimates, bills of materials (BOMs), and labor projections for data center construction and infrastructure projects.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Interpret blueprints, specifications, and scope documents to determine project requirements.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Collaborate with project engineers, field operations, and procurement to validate material quantities, labor rates, and vendor quotes.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Perform take-offs for structured cabling, electrical, and mechanical systems related to data centers.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Support bid preparation and submission for RFPs and client proposals.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Update and maintain historical cost data, unit pricing, and vendor rate databases.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Assist with change order analysis, validating scope adjustments and cost impacts.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ensure all estimates comply with company standards, safety requirements, and client expectations.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Participate in site visits and pre-bid meetings to gather technical and logistical details.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Contribute to process improvements that increase estimating accuracy and efficiency.</span></span></li></ul><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong>The ideal candidate will have:</strong></span></span><ul><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related technical field.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">3-5 years in estimating, project coordination, or data center construction (internships or field experience acceptable).</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Knowledge of Division 27 construction specifications in ISP environments</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, or cabling systems used in mission-critical facilities.</span></span></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and estimating software (e.g., Trimble, Accubid, or PlanSwift).</span></span><br /> </li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></span></span><ul><li style="margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:0in; text-align:justify; margin:0in 0in 8pt"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Familiarity with BICSI standards, data center design concepts, or structured cabling.</span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:0in; text-align:justify; margin:0in 0in 8pt"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Exposure to vendor bid comparisons, RFP processes, or cost control systems.</span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:0in; text-align:justify; margin:0in 0in 8pt"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or construction scheduling software.</span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:0in; text-align:justify; margin:0in 0in 8pt"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Experience working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and multiple stakeholders.</span></span></li></ul><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Qualified candidates should <strong>APPLY NOW </strong>for immediate consideration! </span></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.</span></span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. <strong>ASK ME HOW.</strong></span></span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Thank you!</span></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><em>Rudra Naithani</em></span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><em><span style="color:black">(+1) 210-461-5355</span></em></span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><em>Rudra.Naithani@innovasolutions.com</em></span></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong><u>PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:</u></strong></span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong>Pay Range*:</strong> <em>$140K - $155K/PA.</em></span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.</span></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong>Benefits: </strong>Provided by the client as this is a Direct Hire position.<br /> </span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong><u><span style="color:black">ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:</span></u></strong><strong> </strong><span style="color:black">Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.</span></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:black">Recent Recognitions: </span></strong></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:0in; margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Named One of America’s Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:0in; margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:0in; margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:0in; margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:0in; margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:0in; margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:0in; margin:0in 0in 8pt 0.5in"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications</span></span></li></ul><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:black">Website</span></strong><span style="color:black">: </span><a href="https://www.innovasolutions.com/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">https://www.innovasolutions.com/</a></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Innova Solutions offers a referral bonus for qualified Ambassadors who refer eligible referrals. Submit referrals at <a href="https://innovasolutions.workllama.com/atsuser/anonreferafriend" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">https://innovasolutions.workllama.com/atsuser/anonreferafriend</a> and earn $250-$1,000 per referral.</span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong>Innova Solutions</strong> is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at <a href="mailto:hr@innovasolutions.com" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">hr@innovasolutions.com</a> or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. <span style="color:black">Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. </span>Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.</span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.</span></span><br /><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Innova Solutions and its affiliates, and contracted partners. 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