Senior Electrical Estimator

Post Date

Jul 20, 2026

Location

Cherry Hill,
New Jersey

ZIP/Postal Code

08003
US
Sep 20, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

DC0-380d0261-ee9e-4938-b881-34392c0ee06e

Pay Rate

$130k - $180k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator – Data Center Focus for a top construction and infrastructure client. This candidate will lead the estimating strategy for high-profile hyperscale and colocation data center projects, serving as a key contributor to major pursuits across mission-critical environments. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in electrical infrastructure systems including medium-voltage distribution, substations, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and redundancy-driven designs. Using Accubid as a primary estimating tool, this individual will develop accurate conceptual and detailed estimates, collaborate with internal operations teams, manage vendor and subcontractor relationships, and present comprehensive cost solutions to clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned estimator to play a critical role in winning and delivering large-scale data center projects while helping drive growth in a rapidly expanding market sector.

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Required Skills & Experience

• 15+ years of electrical estimating and/or project management experience in industrial electrical construction
• Strong, demonstrable experience estimating large-scale data center projects
• Proficiency with Trimble Accubid (required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
• Deep understanding of:
○ Medium voltage distribution systems
○ UPS and backup generation systems
○ Switchgear and power distribution
○ Mission-critical redundancy designs (N+1, 2N, etc.)
○ Phased construction in live/critical environments
• Experience developing detailed estimates for large-scale electrical infrastructure projects
• Strong cost analysis, constructability review, and estimating expertise
• Excellent communication and client presentation skills
Proven leadership experience in mission-critical/data center environments

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience with hyperscale and colocation data center developments
• Proficiency with:
○ Bluebeam
○ HCSS
○ Primavera
○ Microsoft Project
• OEM and vendor relationship management experience
• Experience mentoring junior estimators
• Knowledge of energized work constraints and phased turnover strategies
Experience managing multiple large-scale pursuits simultaneously

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.