Senior Construction Estimator

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

The Senior Construction Estimator is responsible for developing and carrying out the estimating program to enable the commercial success of
NTT GDC construction projects. This position will play a critical role in developing project cost plans from concept through completion to
ensure financial success of the projects. This position will also be responsible for developing long term capital planning based on the
strategic roadmap and ultimately develop reasonable and competitive budgets for project funding. The Estimator will collaborate with cross
functional teams, including project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, to ensure commercial success of the projects.
Primary focus will be to support projects in India region, but also available to support cross regional needs.

What we are looking for

Responsibilities/Duties

• Participate in the development of an estimating program that will intelligently inform executives and managers throughout the entire project life cycle.  Early focus will be on creating standards to develop conceptual estimates for new project business cases when very little design information is available.  This will then lead to value engineering estimates to enable good design related decisions.  Individual will also oversee traditional project estimates based on Schematic Design or Detailed Design information. 
• Implement standardized estimating processes, procedures, and tools across projects to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction projects for project funding or specific should cost estimates.
• Ensure estimates are comprehensive, covering all aspects of construction, including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and owner costs.
• Validate and review consultant led cost estimates to ensure they meet project goals, budget constraints, and industry standards.
• Develop, maintain, and use internal and external benchmarks to help plan for project execution.
• Provide input on project feasibility studies, risk assessments, and value engineering efforts to optimize costs and maximize project value.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and economic factors that may impact project costs, and adjust estimates accordingly.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of cost estimates submitting for project planning. 
• Participate in post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in estimating practices.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, new technologies, and emerging trends to enhance the company’s estimating capabilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to develop accurate and detailed cost estimates.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior executives and stakeholders.
• Must possess a clear understanding of the full construction life cycle.
• Proven capability to perform all forms and types of estimates from parametric to bottoms up and high level what-if scenarios.
• Possess and demonstrate a full range of understanding and appreciation for the estimating process and how it ties to the overall organizational goals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills beyond estimating practice.
• Capability to multi-task in a fast-pace environment.
• Possess multidiscipline experience and understand and be able to estimate all facets of a data center construction project.
• Ability to clearly set and lead meetings to review and discuss estimates or estimating activities.
• Ability to be highly confidential.
• Proficient with computers to include the utilization of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Estimating software and Outlook.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Manages stress and/or fast pace effectively.
• Excellent analytical, creative thinking, written and verbal communication skills

Education and Experience

• 7-10 years of experience in construction estimating, preferably within the data center or large-scale mission critical sectors.
• Extensive knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry best practices
• Experience with Construction Estimation Software.

Work conditions

• This position is expected to be hybrid with an occasional need to be on-site in a shared workspace.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver’s license

Who we are

As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.