Estimating Director – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Director of Estimating to lead and develop a team of estimators and oversee the delivery of estimating services for large-scale data center construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring service excellence driving growth in our estimating capabilities and fostering strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with exceptional technical expertise and interpersonal skills.


Responsibilities

• Lead and manage estimating services for major data center clients providing strategic direction and oversight.
• Develop and implement best-in-class estimating processes and methodologies tailored to data center construction leveraging innovative techniques for efficiency and accuracy.
• Oversee preparation of detailed cost estimates for complex data center projects ensuring precision and completeness.
• Collaborate with project teams to create comprehensive cost management plans and support value engineering initiatives.
• Conduct cost risk analysis and provide expert input into negotiations and final account approvals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders delivering clear actionable estimating insights.
• Build business capability by anticipating industry trends and introducing new estimating services aligned with client needs.
• Drive business development through client engagement proposal leadership and opportunity tracking within the region.
• Lead bid efforts for estimating scopes present to prospective clients and share best practices to foster a culture of learning.
• Mentor and coach estimators promoting professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Report on key performance indicators to measure team and service performance against industry benchmarks.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in construction management cost management quantity surveying engineering or a related field; graduate degree preferred.
• 12 years of relevant estimating or preconstruction experience with significant exposure to data center or mission-critical projects.
• 2 years managing high-performing estimating/preconstruction teams in a consulting environment.
• Proven track record of delivering successful estimating services for large-scale projects.
• Strong business development acumen and ability to drive growth.
• Experience with major construction sectors such as commercial real estate life sciences industrial manufacturing and natural resources.
• Excellent presentation communication and organizational skills.

Additional Information :

The salary range for this full-time role is $200K-$215K 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 a reflection of base salary only not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidates experience and qualifications.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients needs.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time