Senior Cost Estimator

Job Description

Senior Cost Consultant – Data Centers | Dallas TX

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.

Technical Knowledge

Client Service

Team Leadership

Skills, Attributes & Qualifications