Turner & Townsend · Indianapolis, IN

Senior Construction Estimator - Electrical at Turner & Townsend — Indianapolis, IN

Full-timeIndianapolis, IN$135,000–$170,000/yearPosted 2026-08-07Apply on SmartRecruiters

Full job description

Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Construction Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide detailed and accurate cost estimates for electrical systems in construction projects, ensuring effective cost management and project success.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for electrical systems in construction projects.
  • Review project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and required materials.
  • Lead the development of comprehensive cost management plans with project teams.
  • Analyze project requirements and provide value engineering options.
  • Perform cost risk analysis and provide input into value engineering.
  • Communicate and collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Utilize industry-specific estimating software and tools to prepare estimates.
  • Provide estimating advice, guidance, and analysis to project stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific estimating processes and methodologies.
  • Prepare formal estimating reports, including quantity, cost, escalation, and other assumptions and clarifications.
  • Mentor and support junior estimators, fostering their professional development and promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Project/Program specific responsibilities:

  • Individuals will be working as part of a team providing estimating support activities across a variety of life science sector projects and programmes.

Market sector experience:

  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing and R&D facilities
  • CGMP facilities
  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
  • Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in a construction cost management role such as Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Cost Controls etc.
  • Experience providing conceptual estimating services and/or pre-construction services at a construction management or related firm.
  • Experience supporting large scale construction projects and programs.
  • Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering.
  • Excellent communication skills.

The salary range for this full-time role is $135K-$170K- per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

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