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Job Description

Selectek is seeking an experienced Estimator to own and drive the estimating and bidding efforts for high-profile data center renovation projects. In this role, you will lead the development of accurate, competitive cost estimates and proposals - coordinating inputs across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) scopes to ensure complete and timely submissions. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, technically complex environment and brings a strong understanding of MEP systems, pricing strategies, and risk evaluation. This position is based in Northern Virginia and offers the opportunity to play a critical role in winning and shaping complex data center work.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in bid coordination or project management within the construction or data center industry.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems is required.
• Working knowledge of interaction between disparate low voltage systems (BMS, EPMS, Fire Alarm) and how to properly bid them out to eliminate scope gaps
• Strong understanding of construction documents, specifications, and estimating practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk, Building Connected).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Ability to develop General Conditions and General Requirements estimates.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Ability to pass background check.
• Must be able to work for any US Employer without current or future visa sponsorship

Preferred:

• Experience with data center construction renovation projects, pricing, and additional requirements involved when working in a live compute environment
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes related to MEP systems.
• Knowledge of LEED, Uptime Institute, or other relevant certifications.
• Established relationships with multiple, qualified datacenter contractors.

Career Growth:

• Opportunity to grow within a fast-paced learning environment.
• Help build the foundation of the next largest datacenter EPC firm.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end bid process for data center renovation projects, including RFP analysis, bid strategy development, pricing approach, submission, tracking and follow up.
• Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, project management, procurement, finance) to gather necessary inputs for bid proposals.
• Review and interpret technical drawings and specifications, particularly related to MEP systems.
• Develop and maintain bid schedules, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Prepare bid documentation, including scope of work, pricing, and compliance requirements.
• Liaise with subcontractors and vendors to obtain competitive quotes and ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Conduct post-bid reviews and debriefs to identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain a database of bids, outcomes, and lessons learned for future reference. Develop reports conveying accurate project cost history.
• Partner with operations to review project risk assessment, scoring and completion.
• Reviews project business plan with other stakeholders, such as operations and office leadership, to ensure alignment and profitability.

Sponsorship: No
Pay Range: $45.67/hour - $60.10/hour ($95,000 - $125,000 depending on experience)
Term of assignment: 6-month+ contract to possible perm (if not perm, long term contract)
Location of Job: Dulles, VA (20166)
Hours & Shift: Monday - Friday; starting at 6am
WFH/Remote: Mostly WFH - Some travel to worksite in Dulles/Herndon VA
Overtime: Not much expected
Travel: Some Travel between AWS facilities, will be located centrally to the location given though.
Does the client require a background check and drug test? Yes

Please contact Lizzie Johns at 470-###-#### or ...@selectek.net for more information.

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