Lead Estimator

The Lead – Estimation will be responsible for end‑to‑end cost estimation and commercial support for Data Centre construction projects, including hyperscale, colocation, and mission‑critical facilities. The role will lead pre‑bid and pre‑construction cost planning, ensure cost accuracy, and support management decision‑making through reliable estimates, value engineering, and risk analysis.Key Responsibilities1. Estimation & Cost PlanningLead detailed cost estimation for Data Centre projects covering:Civil & Structural worksMEP (Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Detection & Suppression)Mission‑critical systems (UPS, DGs, chillers, BMS, EMS, security systems)Prepare concept, budgetary, and detailed BOQ‑based estimates at various project stages (Concept, DD, IFC).Develop project cost plans, benchmarks, and cost models for data centres (₹/MW, ₹/sqft, ₹/rack).2. Pre‑Bid & Tendering SupportLead pre‑bid estimation activities, including:Tender document reviewScope interpretation and gap analysisCost risk identificationCoordinate with design, engineering, planning, and procurement teams to ensure scope completeness.Prepare bid summaries, commercial clarifications, and management approval notes.3. Vendor & Market AnalysisConduct market rate analysis, vendor benchmarking, and cost trend studies.Support procurement teams with rate justification, vendor comparisons, and negotiation inputs.Maintain and update rate databases for Data Centre‑specific materials and systems.4. Value Engineering & Cost OptimizationIdentify value engineering opportunities without compromising reliability, redundancy, or compliance.Support design‑to‑cost initiatives aligned with Uptime / TIA / client standards.Perform cost‑benefit analysis for alternate design and technology options.5. Risk, Change & Commercial ControlIdentify commercial risks, exclusions, and assumptions in estimates.Support change management by providing cost impact assessments for design changes.Work closely with Project Controls for budget handover and baseline alignment.6. Stakeholder ManagementInterface with:Internal stakeholders (Design, Engineering, Projects, Procurement, Finance)External consultants, OEMs, and contractorsPresent estimates and cost strategies to senior management and investment committees.Key DeliverablesConcept & detailed cost estimatesBOQs and cost breakdown structuresBid and tender cost summariesCost benchmarks (₹/MW, ₹/rack, ₹/sqm)Value engineering proposalsCost risk and sensitivity analysesCandidate ProfileEducationBachelor’s degree in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical EngineeringPost‑graduation in Construction Management / Quantity Surveying / NICMAR preferredExperience10–15+ years of experience in Estimation / Costing / Commercial rolesMandatory experience in Data Centre / Mission‑Critical / Industrial / Large MEP‑intensive projectsExperience with EPC contractors, developers, or PMC firms preferredExposure to hyperscale or Tier III / Tier IV data centres is a strong advantageTechnical SkillsStrong expertise in:BOQ preparation & cost modellingMEP and mission‑critical systems costingPre‑bid and tender estimationProficiency in:Excel (advanced level)Estimation tools / ERP systems (SAP preferred)Cost databases and benchmarking tools

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