Senior Electrical Estimator – Data Center Construction

About the Role

• Lead electrical estimating from RFP through construction completion for hyperscale data centre projects. • Develop and present detailed cost plans at conceptual, programming, and design stages. • Conduct feasibility studies and support 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 for 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 drive internal process improvements. • Support development of estimating tools, templates and best practices for data centre 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.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸electrical estimating
• ▸cost planning
• ▸procurement management
• ▸bid review
• ▸cost reporting
• ▸value engineering

What You Bring

• Hold a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related field. • Minimum 7 years of experience in electrical estimating and cost consulting. • Proven ability to prepare large, complex electrical cost estimates, preferably for data centres. • Hands‑on construction experience with electrical systems. • Experience working with electrical subcontractors and deep knowledge of scopes, means and methods. • Strong technical expertise across pre‑contract, post‑contract and final‑account phases. • Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills in client‑facing environments. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam and related software. • Familiar with estimating platforms such as CostX, WinEst or similar tools. • Strong organizational skills 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 mission‑critical electrical systems, redundancy, power distribution and commissioning. • Business development experience with ability to identify growth opportunities.

Requirements

• ▸engineering degree
• ▸7+ years
• ▸electrical estimating
• ▸autocad
• ▸costx
• ▸value engineering

Benefits

Turner & Townsend promotes a healthy, flexible work environment that respects work‑life balance and encourages personal development. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity, inclusion and the voices of its employees. The position is based in the Real Estate department with a compensation range of USD 135,000 to USD 165,000 per year. On‑site presence may vary according to client needs, and SOX control responsibilities may apply where required.

Work Environment

Onsite