Senior Electrical Estimator – Data Center Construction

About the Role

• Lead electrical estimating from RFP through construction completion for hyperscale data center projects. • Develop and present detailed cost plans at conceptual, programming, and design stages. • Conduct feasibility studies and contribute to procurement strategy and reporting. • Manage procurement activities including pre‑qualification, bid analysis, reporting, and contract documentation. • Review and validate subcontractor bids and scopes for completeness and accuracy. • Perform cost checks, valuations, and change‑control processes on large‑scale projects. • Produce monthly post‑contract cost reports and present findings to clients. • Provide input into value engineering and negotiate final accounts. • Collaborate with project managers and design teams to align scope, budget, and schedule. • Analyze historical cost data and market trends for benchmarking and forecasting. • Participate in risk assessments and mitigation planning for electrical systems. • Maintain strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor throughout project phases. • Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal process improvements. • Support development of estimating tools, templates, and best practices for data center projects. • Coordinate with design and engineering teams to ensure constructability and cost efficiency. • Monitor market conditions and supply‑chain trends affecting electrical systems and materials. • Ensure compliance with local codes, standards, and permitting requirements. • Perform SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸electrical estimating
• ▸cost planning
• ▸procurement management
• ▸cost control
• ▸estimating tools
• ▸risk assessment

What You Bring

• Hold a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. • Bring at least 7 years of experience in electrical estimating and cost consulting. • Demonstrated ability to prepare large, complex electrical cost estimates. • Prefer experience in data center construction estimating. • Possess hands‑on construction experience with electrical systems. • Experience working with electrical subcontractors, understanding scopes, means and methods. • Strong technical expertise across pre‑contract, post‑contract, and final account phases. • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for client‑facing roles. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and related software. • Familiar with estimating platforms such as CostX, WinEst, or similar tools. • Highly organized with the 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 and power distribution. • Business development experience with the ability to identify growth opportunities.

Requirements

• ▸engineering degree
• ▸7+ years
• ▸electrical estimating
• ▸data center
• ▸autocad
• ▸costx

Benefits

The full‑time position offers a salary range of $135K‑$165K per year, with the exact amount dependent on experience and qualifications. Turner & Townsend promotes a healthy, productive and flexible work environment, values diversity and inclusion, and is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Work Environment

Onsite