Lead Estimator - Mission Critical Services
InfraServices Group Wireless LLC is seeking an experienced Lead Estimator to join our Mission Critical Services team. In this key role, you will be responsible for developing and managing detailed cost estimates for large-scale, nationwide deployments. The Lead Estimator will collaborate closely with project management, engineering, and operations teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with project goals. This position plays a vital part in supporting our mission to deliver reliable, high-quality data center and infrastructure solutions that keep businesses and communities connected.
The Lead Estimator – Mission Critical is a hybrid technical and commercial role combining cost estimating, solution engineering, and customer-facing support. This role is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, developing proposals, and serving as the technical liaison with customers to ensure Company solutions meet the demands of hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center projects. The ideal candidate will be within commuting distance of our Blue Bell, Pennsylvania headquarters.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Develop detailed take-offs, estimates, and cost models for civil, mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage scopes
- Analyze drawings, bid documents, and technical specifications to identify risks, gaps, and value engineering opportunities
- Prepare bid packages, RFP responses, and prequalification documents in support of business development
- Participate in customer meetings, site walks, and RFP / Q&A sessions, providing technical clarifications
- Build sales presentations, solution narratives, and technical diagrams to highlight the Company's turnkey abilities
- Collaborate with procurement, project managers, and operations to align estimates with execution strategies
- Develop and maintain standardized cost libraries, estimating tools, and historical project data to improve accuracy and efficiency
- Conduct competitive bid analysis and provide recommendations for supplier / subcontractor selection
- Support value engineering initiatives by recommending cost-effective alternatives without compromising performance or reliability
- Assist in developing pricing strategies and commercial terms in collaboration with the sales team
- Provide technical sales support during negotiations, ensuring alignment between customer requirements and Company solutions
- Track and analyze industry pricing trends, emerging technologies, and competitive market intelligence
- Lead internal estimate review sessions with leadership to validate assumptions and ensure alignment with project execution strategies
- Maintain relationships with OEMs, subcontractors, and suppliers for accurate pricing
- Support project handoffs by providing budgets, clarifications, and scope notes
- Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Job Duties :
Carries out supervisory duties in accordance with the Company's objectives, policies, and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, planning, assigning, and directing work, interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing employee concerns, and partnering with Human Resources to resolve escalated employee matters.Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or ability required.
Education :
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited four-year college or universityExperience :
Five years of cost estimating or sales engineering experience in data center or mission-critical environmentsExperience preparing cost estimates for large-scale mission-critical infrastructure projectsStrong knowledge of mechanical / electrical systems, low-voltage, and civil / structural scopesPrior experience supporting RFP / RFQ submissions and customer interviews in competitive bid environmentsFamiliarity with subcontractor / vendor qualification processes and bid levelingExposure to lifecycle cost analysis, total cost of ownership models, or CAPEX / OPEX evaluationsDemonstrated ability to collaborate across procurement, operations, and sales teamsExperience working directly with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center customers preferredTechnical Skills :
Computer and Microsoft Office proficiencyProficiency in estimating softwareAdvanced Excel and data modeling skills for estimate preparation and cost analysisAbility to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documentsFamiliarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM tools for reviewing designs and extracting quantitiesStrong understanding of project delivery methodsKnowledge of electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering principles relevant to data center designSoft Skills :
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiencesAnalytical thinker with high attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work under tight deadlines while managing multiple estimates and prioritiesStrong negotiation and persuasion skills when dealing with subcontractors, suppliers, and customersCollaborative mindset with the ability to build bridges across estimating, sales, and operations teamsCustomer-focused approach with a consultative mindsetProblem-solving and value-engineering orientationExecutive-level communication, presentation, and negotiation skillsPhysical Requirements :
Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testingMust have a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets Company requirementsAbility to travel nationwide up to 25% of the time, including occasional short-notice travel for site walks, customer meetings, and supplier engagementAbility to sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods (6–8 hours per day)Ability to walk construction sites, data centers, or customer facilities, including climbing stairs and navigating uneven surfacesMust be able to list up to 20 lbs. occasionally (e.g., drawings, sample materials, presentation materials, etc.)Comfortable working in varied environments, including office settings, outdoor job settings, and mission-critical facilities with strict safety protocolsMay be required to work irregular or extended hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on business needs