SR. CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

CPG; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CPG in Ashburn, VA seeks a Preconstruction Senior Construction Estimator to shape financial feasibility for large-scale data center projects. You will develop detailed cost estimates, ROM figures, and budget plans supporting design-build, capacity recapture, and white space fit-out initiatives.

The role requires extensive data center experience, deep MS Office and estimating software proficiency, and collaboration with sales, engineering, and finance to drive value and ensure accurate

Qualifications

• 8+ years of data center estimating experience with WSFO/TFO;Capacity Recapture preferred.
• Construction Cost Management or Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent.
• 15 years of experience in estimating/cost control with MEP/ASC cost elements.
• Experience building estimating standards/programs across a large organization.
• Ability to determine critical path and sequencing using P6 or MS Project.
• Ability to interpret contract terms and exhibits for project requirements.
• Proficiency with Trimble/Accubid, RSMeans, and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate RFP/RFQ documents to understand requirements.
• Read and assess design documents and specs for accuracy.
• Participate in site walks to understand scope and constructability.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies during scope creation.
• Generate ROM and formal estimates for prospective projects.
• Assist in developing proposal documents for competitive bidding.
• Maintain bid documents after contract awards.
• Develop relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Lead project kickoff meetings for handoffs to PM team.
• Oversee subcontractor and supplier submittals for preconstruction.
• Identify additional revenue opportunities for the organization.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, project management, and finance.
• Support leadership and mentorship within the preconstruction team.

Skills

Data center estimating

Cost control

Team collaboration

Budget articulation

Education

Construction Cost Management or Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Trimble/Accubid

RSMeans

MS Office / Excel

Job description

TITLE: PRECONSTRUCTION + ESTIMATION SR CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

LOCATION: Ashburn, VA

Position Summary

As a Preconstruction Senior Construction Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial framework and feasibility of cutting-edge data center construction initiatives. Your expertise will be relied upon for developing detailed cost estimates, rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates, and comprehensive cost budgets that underpin the successful execution of large-scale design-build, capacity recapture and white space fit-out projects.

TITLE: PRECONSTRUCTION + ESTIMATION SR CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

LOCATION: Ashburn, VA

Position Summary

As a Preconstruction Senior Construction Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial framework and feasibility of cutting-edge data center construction initiatives. Your expertise will be relied upon for developing detailed cost estimates, rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates, and comprehensive cost budgets that underpin the successful execution of large-scale design-build, capacity recapture and white space fit-out projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and thoroughly evaluate RFP/RFQ documents to understand project requirements and expectations.
• Read, interpret, and assess construction design documents and detailed specifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Participate in site walks to gain firsthand knowledge of project scope and evaluate constructability aspects.
• Identify potential project risks and challenges during the scope creation process and propose mitigation strategies.
• Generate both rough order of magnitude and formal estimates for prospective projects, ensuring precision and clarity.
• Assist in the development and compilation of proposal documents for competitive bidding processes.
• Maintain accurate bid documents for reference and future use following contract awards.
• Develop and nurture relationships with both existing and new suppliers and subcontractors to support project success.
• Host project kickoff meetings to facilitate smooth project handoffs to the project management team.
• Oversee the subcontractor and supplier submittal processes as required for preconstruction workflow.
• Identify and propose additional revenue opportunities for the organization, as applicable.
• Collaborate closely with personnel from sales, engineering, project management, and finance to ensure alignment and clarity throughout the preconstruction process.
• Support the management of the preconstruction team, contributing leadership and mentorship within the team and technical insight.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8+ years of specific data center experience with WSFO/ TFO, Capacity Recapture is preferred over core and shell/ general construction estimating.
• Construction Cost Management or Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent
• 15 years of experience in construction estimating/cost control field, with specific knowledge of MEP and ASC cost elements
• Demonstrated experience working within and building or expanding estimating or cost control standards/programs across a large organization
• Ability to discern critical path and trade partners work sequencing to understand and/ or build Precon opportunity schedules with P6, MS Project.
• Ability to interpret contract terms, conditions, and exhibits as applicable to project requirements
• Windows power user skill set, proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and estimating software such as Trimble/ Accubid and RSMeans

Required Skills & Abilities

• Team oriented collaborator with strong interpersonal/communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience developing and explaining/articulating budgets
• Ability to create and maintain processes for project documentation and departmental workflow.
• Ability and willingness to think outside of the box to find creative and innovative solutions prior to and during the construction process to reduce costs with no impact on quality and reliability
• Possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and be able to maintain high-quality professional standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.
• Occasionally move objects 10-50lbs.
• Occasionally perform site walk surveys.

This position offers the opportunity to impact critical infrastructure projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and driving value through strategic estimating and preconstruction excellence.

CPG is an equal opportunity employer

We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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