Estimating Lead- Major Projects America

Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers is seeking a Senior Construction Estimator to lead the estimating program for large data center builds. You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to develop cost plans from concept through completion, with a focus on the US region and large campus buildouts.

You will establish standards for conceptual estimates, manage traditional estimates from Test Fit to Detailed Design, and support executives with cost insights across the

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction estimating, preferably within data centers or large-scale projects.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with conceptual, test fit, schematic, and detailed design estimates.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an estimating program for large data center build projects.
• Standardize estimating processes, procedures, and tools across projects.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for project funding or should-cost benchmarks.
• Ensure estimates cover materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, and owner costs.
• Review consultant estimates for alignment with goals, budgets, and industry standards.
• Provide input on feasibility studies, risk assessments, and value engineering.
• Monitor market trends and adjust estimates accordingly.
• Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial acumen

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Estimating oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

The Senior Construction Estimator is responsible for developing and carrying out the estimating program for NTT's large data centre build projects. This position will play a critical role in developing project cost plans from concept through completion to ensure financial success of the projects with a particular focus on Large Campus Buildouts. The Estimator will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, to ensure commercial success of the projects. Primary focus will be to support projects in the US region, but this will also include supporting Global Initiatives as they arise. gently inform executives and managers throughout the entire project life cycle. Early focus will be on creating standards to develop conceptual estimates for new project business cases when very little design information is available. Individual will also oversee traditional project estimates based on Test Fit, Schematic Design or Detailed Design information.

What we are looking for

Key responsibilities

• Participate in the development of an estimating program that will intelligently inform executives and managers throughout the entire project life cycle. Early focus will be on creating standards to develop conceptual estimates for new project business cases when very little design information is available. Individual will also oversee traditional project estimates based on Test Fit, Schematic Design or Detailed Design information.
• Implement standardized estimating processes, procedures, and tools across projects to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Support Business in planning for upcoming funding requirement associated with the project
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction projects for project funding or specific should cost estimates.
• Ensure estimates are comprehensive, covering all aspects of construction, including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and owner costs.
• Validate and review consultant led cost estimates to ensure they meet project goals, budget constraints, and industry standards.
• Develop, maintain, and use internal and external benchmarks to help plan for project execution.
• Provide input on project feasibility studies, risk assessments, and value engineering efforts to optimize costs and maximize project value.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and economic factors that may impact project costs, and adjust estimates accordingly.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of cost estimates submitting for project planning.
• Participate in post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in estimating practices.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, new technologies, and emerging trends to enhance the company's estimating capabilities.

KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to develop accurate and detailed cost estimates.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior executives and stakeholders.
• Must possess a clear understanding of the full construction life cycle.
• Knowledge of key players in Data Centre Development Market
• Experience on working on Multi Billion Dollar projects
• Proven capability to perform all forms and types of estimates from parametric to bottoms up and high level what-if scenarios.
• Possess and demonstrate a full range of understanding and appreciation for the estimating process and how it ties to the overall organizational goals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills beyond estimating practice.
• Capability to multi-task in a fast-pace environment.
• Possess multidiscipline experience and understand and be able to estimate all facets of a data center construction project.
• Ability to clearly set and lead meetings to review and discuss estimates or estimating activities.
• Ability to be highly confidential.
• Proficient with computers to include the utilization of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Estimating software and Outlook.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Manages stress and/or fast pace effectively.
• Excellent analytical, creative thinking, written and verbal communication skills.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree Finance, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field or equivalent education and/or relevant experience.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction estimating, preferably within the data center or large-