Estimator - Data Center Construction

Construction Estimator – Data Centers

Location:

Addison, TX

Reporting to:
Senior Manager, Estimating

Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions with a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities. This role supports mission‑critical data center programs and complex commercial installations across North America, including hyperscale campuses, enterprise facilities, and highly coordinated MEP environments.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for modular, off‑site fabricated, and site‑installed packages.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, scope validation, and constructability reviews.
• Support opportunity selection and bid/no‑bid analysis.
• Develop labor, material, logistics, and subcontract pricing strategies.
• Identify risks, exclusions, and scope gaps during bid reviews.
• Build cost models aligning fabrication capacity and installation sequencing.
• Collaborate with project management to ensure smooth hand‑off to execution.

• Construction Management or Engineering related bachelor’s degree, or 3–5 years of experience in an estimating role within the construction industry.
• Commercial, steel structure and data center experience is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Procore, and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrable problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

• Complete the Atkore immersion program and understand the Atkore Business System and Lean principles in construction.
• Develop a working knowledge of our customer’s needs, Atkore’s strategic priorities, and specific customer programs.
• Build strong relationships with Project Management, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
• Successfully support at least one major bid submission.
• Gain understanding of fabrication and installation capabilities.

• Lead estimates independently from opportunity review through executive approval.
• Demonstrate ability to identify risk exposure and margin protection opportunities.
• Build trusted working relationships with field leadership and supply chain partners.
• Improve estimate accuracy through structured post‑award feedback loops.

• Consistently support delivery of awarded backlog aligned to margin expectations.
• Contribute to improved bid hit rate and pricing discipline.
• Support expansion into new verticals or geographies through scalable estimating processes.
• Be viewed internally as a trusted commercial partner to Pre‑Construction and Operations.

• Mission‑critical estimating experience (data centers, healthcare, complex commercial).
• Ability to price prefabricated construction with fabrication‑to‑field integration.
• Experience building execution‑ready estimates with structured BOMs and labor build‑ups.
• Understanding of mechanical support installation and MEP coordination environments.
• Experience using Bluebeam, Salesforce CRM, ERP systems (JDE or similar).
• Experience applying estimate‑vs‑actual analysis and lessons learned processes.
• Exposure to Lean Construction principles and disciplined estimating environment.

Pay range: $60,480 – $83,160 annually (based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and performance). Compensation may also include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, and other incentives.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.