Senior Mechanical Estimator – Data Center Construction

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to join our growing team supporting large-scale, mission-critical construction projects. This role will be responsible for developing detailed and accurate cost estimates for complex mechanical systems across hyperscale and enterprise data center developments throughout various stages of the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience estimating mechanical scopes within large commercial,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Thrives in a client facing role.
• Experience supporting program level cost management for medium or large-scale construction projects.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering.

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

Skills

Client facing

Cost estimation

Project cost management

Value engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

• Full-time

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to join our growing team supporting large-scale, mission-critical construction projects. This role will be responsible for developing detailed and accurate cost estimates for complex mechanical systems across hyperscale and enterprise data center developments throughout various stages of the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience estimating mechanical scopes within large commercial, industrial, or mission-critical environments, with a strong understanding of HVAC systems, piping, plumbing, fire protection, and associated infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams and key stakeholders to provide strategic cost advice, support value engineering initiatives, and contribute to successful project delivery within fast-paced, highly technical construction environments.

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience
• Thrives in a client facing role.
• Experience supporting program level cost management for medium or large-scale construction projects.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

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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