Senior Electrical Cost Estimator – Data Center Construction
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Senior Electrical Cost Estimator leading detailed estimates and cost guidance for Turner & Townsend’s large-scale U.S. data center construction programs. Supporting bids, value engineering, procurement, change management, and project delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Lead detailed electrical cost estimates for large-scale construction projects
- Perform and oversee electrical quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and BIM models
- Develop, validate, and manage labor, material, and equipment pricing
- Maintain historical cost data, benchmarks, and estimating standards
- Review contractor and subcontractor bids for scope gaps, cost risks, and value opportunities
- Support value engineering by evaluating alternative systems, materials, and installation approaches
- Collaborate with design, procurement, and construction teams
- Assess risks related to material pricing, labor availability, procurement lead times, and market conditions
- Account for regional cost variations across U.S. markets
- Ensure estimates align with project requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards
- Prepare estimating deliverables and present findings to stakeholders
- Participate in cost reviews, procurement discussions, and commercial strategy sessions
- Evaluate scope changes and associated cost impacts
- Provide estimate handover documentation to project teams
- Mentor junior estimators and contribute to estimating best practices and continuous improvement
- Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
- 8+ years of experience in electrical estimating, cost management, preconstruction, or a related construction role
- Experience preparing detailed estimates and quantity takeoffs for large-scale construction projects
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction means and methods, and industry pricing practices
- Experience reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing, bid leveling, and cost analysis
- Proficiency with Bluebeam, OST, Accubid, Trimble, ConEst, or similar estimating and takeoff software
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and BIM-based information
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams
- Candidates must be physically based in the United States
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Previous experience mentoring junior estimators or leading estimating efforts is preferred
Benefits:
- Bonuses may be available in addition to base salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Healthy, productive, and flexible working environment
- Work-life balance support
- Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace
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