Associate Director, Construction Estimator – CSLA, Data Center

Turner & Townsend

. Lead a team of estimators providing cost consultancy services for construction projects .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction estimating, cost planning, and market analysis while leading and mentoring teams to deliver high-quality cost consultancy services. Proficient in developing estimating methodologies and managing stakeholder relationships to support business development and project success.

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Construction EstimatingCost PlanningTeam LeadershipStakeholder ManagementConceptual Estimating

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Hard Skills

Cost Risk AnalysisValue EngineeringBenchmarkingMarket AnalysisEstimating MethodologiesQuantity SurveyingCost ManagementPre-Construction ServicesFinal Account NegotiationPerformance Reporting

Soft Skills

Presentation SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCoaching and Mentoring

Tools & Technologies

Purchase Order SystemsInvoicing SystemsRisk Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Construction ConsultancyData Center ConstructionSOX Control ResponsibilitiesEstimating ServicesKey Performance Indicators

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of estimators providing cost consultancy services for construction projects
Implement best practices for estimating processes and methodologies
Specialize in conceptual estimating and provide expert guidance to team members
Mentor and coach estimators and support their professional development
Report on key performance indicators for the organization and team
Provide estimating advice, guidance, and analysis
Present formal estimating reports covering quantity, cost, escalation, assumptions, and clarifications
Perform cost risk analysis and contribute to value engineering
Negotiate and approve final accounts
Develop white paper market reports for construction cost management
Manage internal systems for purchase orders, invoicing, and risk management
Develop new estimating services aligned with industry standards
Support business development, key client development, and opportunity tracking
Lead bids for estimating scopes of work and present to potential clients
Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a field related to construction
Graduate degree in quantity surveying, cost management, construction management, or engineering is preferred
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience working in an estimating role in the construction industry
Experience providing conceptual estimating services and/or pre-construction services at a construction management or related firm
Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred
Excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills
Strong stakeholder management skills
Proven experience leading estimating teams
Expertise in construction estimating, cost planning, benchmarking, and market analysis
Strong understanding of commercial and technical drivers unique to data center construction

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Healthy, productive, and flexible working environment
Work-life balance support
Opportunity to affect change
Inclusive environment celebrating diversity
Confidential handling of personal information
Equal opportunity employment