Estimator - Data Center

Experts Group International; Texas; Presencial; USD 85.000 - 125.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Experts Group International is seeking an experienced Estimator to support pricing and tendering of complex data centre projects in the United States. You will review drawings, specifications, and tender docs, price MEP packages, and engage with suppliers and subcontractors to deliver competitive estimates.

The role requires strong commercial awareness, a background in data centres or mission-critical environments, and proficiency with estimating software and Excel.

Qualificações

• Experience as an Estimator in construction, engineering, or MEP sectors.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Experience in data centre or mission-critical projects is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of critical power and cooling systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and estimating software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for data centre projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, BOQs, and tender docs.
• Price mechanical, electrical, and building services packages.
• Assess costs for critical power, UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling, fire protection.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities.
• Identify commercial risks, scope gaps, assumptions, and exclusions.
• Prepare tender submissions, cost breakdowns, and pricing schedules.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, procurement, and commercial teams.
• Support tender reviews, negotiations, and commercial handovers.

Conhecimentos

Estimator experience

Building services knowledge

Data centre/mission-critical project

Power and cooling systems knowledge

Interpreting drawings & specs

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Excel & estimating software

Analytical & communication skills

Formação

Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Mechanical or Electrical Engineering / Building Services degree

Ferramentas

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da vaga

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to support the pricing and tendering of complex data centre projects. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of construction and MEP services, ideally with experience in mission-critical environments.

The role will involve preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, engaging with suppliers and subcontractors, identifying commercial risks, and supporting the successful delivery of tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for data centre projects.


• Review technical drawings, specifications, BOQs, and tender documentation.


• Price mechanical, electrical, and associated building services packages.


• Assess costs relating to critical power, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, cooling systems, fire protection, and associated infrastructure.


• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.


• Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities.


• Identify commercial risks, scope gaps, assumptions, and exclusions.


• Prepare tender submissions, cost breakdowns, and pricing schedules.


• Work closely with design, engineering, procurement, and commercial teams.


• Support tender reviews, negotiations, and commercial handovers.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an Estimator within construction, engineering, or MEP sectors.


• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.


• Previous data centre or mission-critical project experience is highly desirable.


• Knowledge of critical power and cooling systems.


• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.


• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and estimating software.


• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

Qualifications

A degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Building Services is desirable.

Key Objective

To deliver accurate, competitive, and commercially robust estimates that support the successful tendering and securing of data centre projects, while identifying opportunities, managing commercial risk, and supporting project profitability.