Senior Estimator – Major Data Center Projects

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

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