Estimator Team Lead - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy firm in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Estimator Team Lead to oversee estimating and commercial management services for data center construction. The role involves managing a team and collaborating with clients and stakeholders. An ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or construction management and estimating experience in relevant sectors. The position offers a salary between $140K and $180K per year.

Qualifications

• Proven estimating experience in mission-critical sectors.
• Experience managing a team effectively.
• Excellent communications skills for client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert estimating services for data center construction.
• Manage and lead a team of estimators.
• Develop conceptual and baseline estimates.
• Ensure alignment of estimating principles.

Skills

Estimating experience

Onsite trade experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Technical knowledge of construction

Education

College degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

About Us

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations. With offices located globally, we operate in 133 locations across 49 countries, supporting projects in real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide. Our dynamic, innovative, client‑focused team thrives in an inclusive and fun culture, delivering high quality work on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Estimator Team Lead to oversee estimating, benchmarking and commercial management services on a leading technology client’s data center construction program. The successful candidate will also be confident reviewing Mechanical and/or Electrical Subcontract packages and buyout.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert estimating services for hyperscale data centers from RFP through to construction completion, managing key relationships with the client, general contractor, and project team.
• Manage and lead a team of estimators and subject‑matter experts covering all construction trades (CSA, Mechanical & Electrical).
• Lead development of conceptual, product and baseline estimates for a data center construction program portfolio.
• Own estimating templates, coordinate the Work Breakdown Structure and provide associated training.
• Collaborate and communicate with client partners including architects, engineers, designers and equipment vendors.
• Develop construction estimates from concept through 30%, 65% and 95% design development to preparation for IFC (Issued for Construction).
• Ensure global alignment of estimating principles with other regional pillars in the client’s organization.
• Integrate benchmarking to ensure accurate data capture.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated estimating experience, including time spent in mission‑critical, data‑center, pharma, industrial or life science sectors.
• Experience managing others.
• Prior onsite trade experience preferred.
• Experience developing estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Confident reviewing and QA/QC of Mechanical and/or Electrical estimates developed by other team members.
• College degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related technical field, or equivalent field‑related experience.
• Excellent communicator who thrives in a client‑facing role.
• Technical knowledge of construction industry matters such as value management and value engineering.
• Excellent stakeholder‑management skills with the ability to adapt messaging to suit the recipients.

Additional Information

The salary range for this full‑time role is $140K-$180K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is base salary only, not a total compensation package. Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client’s needs.

This role is a full‑time position, requiring flexibility to adapt to project demands. We provide a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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