Senior Cost Estimator / Associate Director – Data Centers | Dallas TX

We're exclusively partnering with a well-established European Owner’s Representative who are expanding their U.S. operation and collaborating with a leading developer on multiple hyperscale Data Center projects nationwide.
 

They're searching for a Associate Director / Senior Cost Estimator to work on hyperscale Data Center Projects ranging from 180MW - 1GW.

Key Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities by reviewing bids, analyzing financial documentation, and providing advice to clients on value engineering opportunities and overall project financial health.
• Assist clients with engaging general contractors and major plant vendors, including scope reviews, contract negotiations, and commercial terms.
• Oversee the financial management of general contractors, including reviewing and agreeing change orders/variations.
• Produce cost estimates at different stages of design development.
• Develop detailed project budgets and cost plans.
• Prepare and maintain cost reports in client-specific formats, monitoring trends, and communicating findings to manage expectations.
• Measure and report on mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEPH) works in line with client requirements.
• Price civil, structural, architectural, and MEPH works, including star rates, change orders, and estimates.
• Maintain accurate project records, schedules, and filing systems in accordance with client protocols.
• Act as the primary commercial liaison with clients, negotiating and resolving financial matters.
• Represent the business professionally in all client and contractor interactions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by addressing challenges and providing clear, actionable advice.

Technical Knowledge

• Experience in Cost Management & Estimating on Data Center projects
• Working knowledge of core QS/estimating functions, including procurement, cost estimating, measurement, and pricing of variations.
• Strong understanding of MEPH systems and mission-critical/data center infrastructure.
• Ability to propose solutions to client technical challenges and proactively identify risks and opportunities related to evolving regulations or industry changes.
• Skilled in processing and interpreting a wide range of cost data to provide robust advice and support negotiations.
• Strong written communication skills, able to draft clear, contractual, and professional documentation.

What's in it for you?

• Base Salary: $150k - $175k
• Annual Bonus
• Health Care
• 401k Match
• 20 days PTO
• Be among the first U.S. hires with clear growth potential