Senior Electrical Estimator - Data Center Construction

Senior Electrical Estimator - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Estimator to support large-scale, high-value data center construction projects. This role is ideal for professionals with extensive electrical estimating experience and a solid understanding of the complexities of hyperscale data center builds. To be successful in this role you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement. Responsibilities include:

• Leading electrical estimating efforts from RFP through construction completion for hyperscale data center projects.
• Developing and presenting detailed cost plans at conceptual, programming, and design stages.
• Conducting feasibility studies and contributing to procurement strategy and reporting.
• Managing all aspects of procurement: pre-qualification, bid analysis, bid reporting, and contract documentation.
• Reviewing and validating subcontractor bids and scopes for completeness and accuracy.
• Performing cost checks, valuations, and change control processes on large-scale projects.
• Producing monthly post-contract cost reports and presenting findings to clients.
• Providing input into value engineering and negotiating final accounts.
• Collaborating with project managers and design teams to align scope, budget, and schedule.
• Analyzing historical cost data and market trends to support benchmarking and forecasting.
• Participating in risk assessments and mitigation planning related to electrical systems.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor throughout all project phases.
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to internal process improvements.
• Supporting the development of estimating tools, templates, and best practices tailored to data center projects.
• Coordinating with design and engineering teams to ensure constructability and cost efficiency.
• Monitoring market conditions and supply chain trends affecting electrical systems and materials.
• Ensuring compliance with local codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management (with technical focus), Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical estimating and cost consulting.
• Proven ability to prepare large, complex electrical cost estimates.
• Experience in data center construction estimating or related is preferred.
• Hands-on construction experience with electrical systems is required.
• Experience working with electrical subcontractors, demonstrating deep understanding of scopes, means and methods.
• Strong technical expertise across all cost management phases: pre-contract, post-contract, and final account.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills in client-facing environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and other relevant software.
• Familiarity with estimating platforms such as CostX, WinEst, or similar tools.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep knowledge of construction procurement methods and contract structures.
• Experience advising clients on value management, value engineering, and life cycle costing.
• Understanding of electrical systems in mission-critical environments, including redundancy, power distribution, and commissioning.
• Business development experience and ability to identify growth opportunities.

Additional Information

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