Estimating Lead Electrical Data Center

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for all electrical systems including:
  • Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) power systems
  • Generators and emergency power systems
  • UPS systems and battery storage
  • Switchgear transformers busways and panel boards
  • Lighting systems and small power
  • Earthing and lightning protection
  • ICT infrastructure (raceways cable trays backbone pathways)
• Produce estimates for Concept SD DD and IFC stage submissions.
• Benchmark estimates against regional data center or comparable industrial facilities.
• Conduct or supervise detailed electrical QTOs using drawings BIM models and specifications.
• Validate contractor-submitted BOQs and identify discrepancies or scope gaps.
• Review system design documents to understand impacts on cost and constructability.
• Maintain updated databases for:
  • Electrical equipment pricing (UPS generators switchgear transformers etc.)
  • Copper cable pricing and related commodities affected by global market changes
  • Labor rates and installation productivity norms in the Philippines
• Monitor trends affecting electrical procurement including long-lead items and supply chain risks.
• Prepare electrical tender instructions pricing sheets and clarifications.
• Participate in tender evaluation through:
  • Bid leveling
  • Technical compliance checks
  • Detailed cost breakdown reviews
  • Value engineering opportunities
• Provide recommendations for contractor selection based on commercial and technical criteria.
• Assess cost impacts of design revisions RFI responses and scope changes.
• Support verification of contractor variation claims.
• Coordinate with commercial and project controls teams to ensure alignment with approved budgets.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Quantity Surveying or similar discipline.
• Minimum 812 years of experience in cost estimating for electrical systems.
• Experience in:
  • Data centers (preferred)
  • Industrial plants / factories
  • Commercial or mission-critical MEP projects
• Background working with PMC EPC or general contractor organizations.
• Proficiency in estimating software (CostX Candy Excel) and QTO tools.
• Strong analytical and numerical accuracy.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings schematics single-line diagrams and technical specifications.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time