Estimating Lead Electrical - Data Center at Turner Townsend

Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Estimating, Electrical Systems, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, Generators, UPS Systems, Switchgear, Transformers, BIM Models, QTO Tools, Analytical Skills, Electrical Drawings, Technical Specifications, Value Engineering, Contractor Selection

Industry

Construction

Description

Company Description At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide. Job Description Prepare detailed cost estimates for all electrical systems, including: Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) power systems Generators and emergency power systems UPS systems and battery storage Switchgear, transformers, busways, and panel boards Lighting systems and small power Earthing and lightning protection ICT infrastructure (raceways, cable trays, backbone pathways) Produce estimates for Concept, SD, DD, and IFC stage submissions. Benchmark estimates against regional data center or comparable industrial facilities. Conduct or supervise detailed electrical QTOs using drawings, BIM models, and specifications. Validate contractor-submitted BOQs and identify discrepancies or scope gaps. Review system design documents to understand impacts on cost and constructability. Maintain updated databases for: Electrical equipment pricing (UPS, generators, switchgear, transformers, etc.) Copper cable pricing and related commodities affected by global market changes Labor rates and installation productivity norms in the Philippines Monitor trends affecting electrical procurement, including long-lead items and supply chain risks. Prepare electrical tender instructions, pricing sheets, and clarifications. Participate in tender evaluation through: Bid leveling Technical compliance checks Detailed cost breakdown reviews Value engineering opportunities Provide recommendations for contractor selection based on commercial and technical criteria. Assess cost impacts of design revisions, RFI responses, and scope changes. Support verification of contractor variation claims. Coordinate with commercial and project controls teams to ensure alignment with approved budgets. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or similar discipline. Minimum 8–12 years of experience in cost estimating for electrical systems. Experience in: Data centers (preferred) Industrial plants / factories Commercial or mission-critical MEP projects Background working with PMC, EPC, or general contractor organizations. Proficiency in estimating software (CostX, Candy, Excel) and QTO tools. Strong analytical and numerical accuracy. Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications. Additional Information Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. Department: Real estate

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical systems and produce estimates for various project stages. Validate contractor-submitted BOQs and assess cost impacts of design revisions and scope changes.