Senior Low Voltage Estimator - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend • $130K — $160K *
US-AnywhereRemote in San Francisco, CA
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Low Voltage B; Telecom, Security, Audio Visual, etc.
  • Strong knowledge of cost management including pre-contract and post-contract duties.
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proficient presentation and communication skills, especially in client-facing roles.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Understanding of construction procurement methods and best practices.
  • Experience in advising on value management and lifecycle costing.

Responsibilities

  • Produce and present electrical estimates and detailed cost plans.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and prepare procurement reports.
  • Manage all procurement aspects including pre-qualification, bid lists, and contract documents.
  • Handle post-contract cost variances and change control processes.
  • Ensure accurate valuations and monthly post-contract cost reports are delivered to clients.
  • Lead cost management teams to achieve project goals and accountabilities.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities with existing clients.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Engagement in high-value construction projects with Data Center clients.
  • Collaboration with a dynamic and expert team in cost consulting.
  • Potential involvement in enhancing cost management procedures and innovation.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Low Voltage Estimator to manage electrical estimates and cost consulting on Low Voltage B: Telecom, Security, Audio Visual, etc. (30v and below) for our Central Estimating Team for our Data Center Clients.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
  • Ability to estimate at conceptual, programming and detailed level.
  • Assist on feasibility studies and writing procurement reports.
  • Perform all aspects of procurement, including managing the pre-qualification stage, produce bid list, bid analysis, produce bid report, and compile contractual documents.
  • Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable refer major changes to line manager.
  • Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects, and ensure timely and accurate cost checking, and valuation process.
  • Produce monthly post contract cost reports and present to client.
  • Provide input into value engineering; negotiate and approve final accounts.
  • Maintain liaison with client and other consultants at all projects stages.
  • Provide leadership to cost management team, when necessary, ensure the delivery on all of accountabilities.
  • Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and report such opportunities to appropriate line manager and utilize marketing database.
  • Identify improvements for cost management procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to leadership.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.


Qualifications

  • Low Voltage B experience is required: Telecom, Security, Audio Visual, etc. (30v and below) on large, high-value construction projects.
  • Good technical experience in all cost management areas; pre-contract, post contract and final account.
  • College degree in (Electrical) Engineering, Construction Management or a related technical field, and/or field-related experience
  • Demonstrate solid presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills.
  • Excellent communicator and thrives in a client facing role.
  • Good organization skills, ability to multi-task, and be a team player.
  • Good knowledge of all methods of construction procurement.
  • Experience with advising clients on value management, value engineering, and life cycle costing.
  • Experience with key aspects of business development.


Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $130K - $160K 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 candidate's experience and qualifications.

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

About Turner & Townsend

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Joining Turner & Townsend offers a unique opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting projects worldwide. As a global leader in professional services, Turner & Townsend is at the forefront of transforming the industry through expertise, innovation, and leadership.

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