Senior Electrical Cost Estimator – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

. Lead detailed electrical cost estimates for large-scale construction projects .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • San Francisco • California • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical estimating and cost management for large-scale construction projects, with a strong focus on labor, material, and equipment pricing, as well as risk assessment and value engineering. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior estimators to enhance estimating practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical EstimatingCost ManagementBIM InterpretationBluebeam ProficiencyMentoring Junior Estimators

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Hard Skills

Electrical Cost EstimatesQuantity TakeoffsLabor PricingMaterial PricingEquipment PricingCost AnalysisBid LevelingRisk AssessmentValue EngineeringEstimating Standards

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

BluebeamOSTAccubidTrimbleConEst

Industry Keywords

Electrical SystemsConstruction Means and MethodsEstimating Best PracticesSOX Control ResponsibilitiesU.S. Market Variations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead detailed electrical cost estimates for large-scale construction projects
Perform and oversee electrical quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and BIM models
Develop, validate, and manage labor, material, and equipment pricing
Maintain historical cost data, benchmarks, and estimating standards
Review contractor and subcontractor bids for scope gaps, cost risks, and value opportunities
Support value engineering by evaluating alternative systems, materials, and installation approaches
Collaborate with design, procurement, and construction teams
Assess risks related to material pricing, labor availability, procurement lead times, and market conditions
Account for regional cost variations across U.S. markets
Ensure estimates align with project requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards
Prepare estimating deliverables and present findings to stakeholders
Participate in cost reviews, procurement discussions, and commercial strategy sessions
Evaluate scope changes and associated cost impacts
Provide estimate handover documentation to project teams
Mentor junior estimators and contribute to estimating best practices and continuous improvement
Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
8+ years of experience in electrical estimating, cost management, preconstruction, or a related construction role
Experience preparing detailed estimates and quantity takeoffs for large-scale construction projects
Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction means and methods, and industry pricing practices
Experience reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing, bid leveling, and cost analysis
Proficiency with Bluebeam, OST, Accubid, Trimble, ConEst, or similar estimating and takeoff software
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and BIM-based information
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams
Candidates must be physically based in the United States
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Previous experience mentoring junior estimators or leading estimating efforts is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses may be available in addition to base salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Healthy, productive, and flexible working environment
Work-life balance support
Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace