AFL · 5 hours ago
Sr. Data Center Estimator
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAFL is a leading manufacturer of fiber optic cable and provides engineering and installation services for telecom customers. The Senior Data Center Estimator is responsible for evaluating customer specifications and preparing detailed cost estimates for data center construction projects, collaborating with various internal teams to ensure accurate and competitive proposals.
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Responsibilities
Prepare detailed estimates and quote packages for data center construction, infrastructure, and technology projects—including electrical, mechanical, cabling, and specialized systems
Review customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, and scope documents to determine material, engineering, equipment, subcontractor, and labor requirements
Develop project budgets including material costs, engineering estimates, installation labor, and overall project pricing models
Maintain and update estimating tools, cost databases, templates, and pricing models to ensure accuracy and competitiveness
Partner with Engineering to interpret and refine the customer’s Scope of Work, ensuring estimates align with technical and design requirements
Provide leadership, guidance, and subject‑matter support to other Estimators within the department
Identify value‑engineering opportunities and recommend alternatives that meet customer needs while supporting business objectives
Communicate with customers to clarify assumptions, confirm design intent, and ensure complete, accurate estimate packages
Collaborate with internal departments—including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Accounting, and Sales—to ensure consistent and accurate proposal submissions
Review preliminary engineering specifications and bills of materials for compliance with industry standards, data center best practices, customer requirements, and project scope
Assist Accounting and Operations with budget validation, cost analysis, and project handoff documentation
Support Operations in understanding estimating methodologies and installation assumptions
Partner with Marketing and Sales to ensure alignment on service pricing, positioning, and customer communications
Qualification
Required
BICSI RCDD, DCDC, CDCDP or equivalent Construction Management, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 5+ years of experience in estimating within data centers, mission-critical environments, electrical/mechanical trades, or similar technical fields
Must be able to present information and respond to questions from customers, leadership, and project stakeholders
Strong mathematical skills, including ability to calculate discounts, ratios, proportions, percentages, and labor productivity metrics
Ability to interpret complex instructions, drawings, schedules, and technical documentation
Must be capable of generating creative and practical solutions related to constructability, installation methods, and cost efficiency
Able to work independently and manage competing priorities
Occasional travel may be required
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and estimating/engineering tools such as Bluebeam, Visio, CAD, or similar
Technical understanding of data center infrastructure, power and cooling systems, fiber/copper installations, and/or telecommunications is required
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Company
AFL
AFL is a telecommunication company that offers fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories to its clients.
1001-5000 employees
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