Senior CSA Estimator – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

Senior CSA Estimator responsible for detailed estimating in large-scale data center projects. Collaborating with internal and external teams to manage cost plans and oversee construction estimates.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost management and estimating for large-scale construction projects, with a strong focus on value engineering, benchmarking, and lifecycle cost analysis. Proficient in leading estimate reviews and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

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Cost ManagementEstimating ServicesValue EngineeringConstruction Industry KnowledgeCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Cost PlanningQuantity TakeoffsCost ChecksBenchmarkingCost ModelingLife-Cycle Cost AnalysisPreconstruction ServicesContractor Pricing ReviewEstimating ToolsProject Controls

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationMentoringCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementCost ManagementQuantity SurveyingEstimatingProject EngineeringValue Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage cost plans and detailed estimates from concept through detailed design across multiple geographies; lead estimate reviews with internal and external teams.
Present milestone cost updates (concept, schematic, DD, CD) and clearly communicate basis of estimate, assumptions, inclusions/exclusions, and risks.
Lead quantity takeoffs and cost checks for complex, multi‑package CSA scopes; ensure alignment between scope, drawings/models, and estimate.
Provide program‑level estimating for defined scopes, synthesizing inputs across multiple projects/campuses to support portfolio‑level decisions.
Review contractor pricing (bids, pay applications, change orders); perform comparative assessments and prepare recommendations.
Drive benchmarking and cost modeling; build, maintain, and apply historical cost data and metrics; support life‑cycle cost (LCC) analyses.
Facilitate value engineering (VE); develop cost/benefit options and support feasibility and early‑stage cost modeling.
Support procurement and preconstruction, including prequalification, bid list development, bid analysis, tender reporting, and contract documentation.
Partner with cost management, procurement, and project controls to align estimating outputs with budgets, commercial strategy, and program‑level planning.
Assess design evolutions and produce timely estimate updates at appropriate accuracy levels.
Mentor and coordinate support staff; contribute to training materials, templates, and internal/external estimating tools.
Prepare leadership‑ready content for client preconstruction and estimating presentations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience
Experience in a construction cost management role such as Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Cost Controls etc.
Experience providing conceptual estimating services and/or pre-construction services at a construction management or related firm.
Experience supporting large scale construction projects and programs
Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering.
Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Paid time off
Flexible working hours
Professional development opportunities
Remote work options