Mechanical Construction Estimator - Data Center Construction

Turnertownsend; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in the United States is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Estimator to join our team. You will provide detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects, ensuring effective cost management and project success.

The role requires reviewing plans and specifications, collaborating with project teams, and applying value engineering and risk analysis to support stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant estimating experience.
• Experience supporting large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of value management and value engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects.
• Review project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and required materials.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop cost management plans.
• Analyze project requirements and provide value engineering options.
• Perform cost risk analysis and provide input into value engineering.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Utilize estimating software and tools to prepare estimates.
• Provide estimating guidance to project stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of estimating processes and methodologies.
• Prepare formal estimating reports, including quantity, cost, escalation, and assumptions.
• Assist in developing estimating standards and best practices.

Skills

Cost estimation

Client communication

Team collaboration

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects, ensuring effective cost management and project success.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects.
• Review project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and required materials.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop comprehensive cost management plans.
• Analyze project requirements and provide value engineering options.
• Perform cost risk analysis and provide input into value engineering.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Utilize industry-specific estimating software and tools to prepare estimates.
• Provide estimating advice, guidance, and analysis to project stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific estimating processes and methodologies.
• Prepare formal estimating reports, including quantity, cost, escalation, and other assumptions and clarifications.
• Assist in the development of estimating standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Thrives in a client facing role.
• Experience supporting large scale construction projects and programs.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering.
• Strong communication skills.

*On site requirements might change based on client needs*

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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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.

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