Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.
The Manager, Estimating leads cost estimating for tenant fit-out scopes across the project lifecycle, from conceptual budgeting through final guaranteed maximum price (GMP). This role maintains cost data for recurring TFO scopes and partners closely with Pre-Construction and Design to validate budgets.
Lead cost estimating for tenant fit-out scopes from conceptual through final GMP
Develop and maintain cost databases and unit pricing for recurring TFO scopes, such as rack installations, PDUs, structured cabling, and whips
Partner with Pre-Construction, Design, and Procurement to develop and validate project budgets
Manage change order review and cost impact analysis during construction
Present cost estimates and budget summaries to leadership and, where appropriate, to customers
Manage and mentor a team of estimators
Benchmark TFO costs across projects and sites to identify savings opportunities
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of estimating experience, ideally within data center or mission-critical construction
Strong understanding of cost drivers across electrical, mechanical, and structural fit-out scopes
Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., ProEst, Sage Estimating, On-Screen Takeoff)
People management experience
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Prime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, protected veteran or military status, disability status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
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Prime Data Centers is a leading international developer and owner of hyperscale and purpose-built data centers, designed to power the future of AI, high-performance computing and digital transformation. Prime has four-gigawatt of operational and planned capacity across top-tier markets in the U.S. and Europe, including Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Silicon Valley, Austin, Frankfurt, Berlin, Madrid and Nordics. With a focus on scalability, adaptability, and sustainability, Prime delivers custom digital infrastructure solutions that meet the unique needs of today's technology innovators.