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Prime Data Centers · 2 months ago

Estimator/Cost Manager

Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. The Estimator is responsible for cost management and estimating activities that support the construction portfolio, ensuring projects meet financial targets while adhering to schedule and quality goals.

Cloud Data ServicesCommercial Real EstateData CenterData Center Automation

Responsibilities

Leads cost management activities, including tracking budgets, forecasting spend, and preparing variance reports throughout the construction lifecycle
Reviews and validates change orders submitted by general contractors and vendors for scope alignment, pricing accuracy, and contractual compliance
Proactively reviews project plans and prepares cost estimates including labor, materials, and time requirements throughout the design stages
Regularly analyzes project costs versus budget and communicates progress to senior leadership
Identifies potential project deviations or roadblocks and works with senior leadership to initiate solutions
Reviews RFP’s, GMP's, or other project documentation for customer specifications and contractual obligations
Travels to construction sites to assess progress and prepares detailed reports for Executive review
Manages the bid process by preparing bid packages and ensuring the appropriate submissions or proposals are completed accurately by all subcontractors
Maintains key vendor relationships and negotiates construction prices for competitive bidding
Supports Construction Project Managers with change order validation and management
Travel up to 50%

Qualification

Cost managementEstimatingContract administrationFinancial analysisConstruction processesMS OfficeExcel proficiencyOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

5+ years of experience in an estimating or cost management role
Proficient in contract administration and negotiation
Understanding of financial analysis of project performance
In depth knowledge of construction processes with critical facility construction experience preferred
Strong organizational and communication skills
Proficient in MS Office with an emphasis on Excel

Preferred

In depth knowledge of construction processes with critical facility construction experience preferred

Benefits

401k fully vested upon enrollment, up to a 4% employer match
Employee premiums 100% employer paid for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid Time Off

Company

Prime Data Centers

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Prime Data Centers offers purpose-built data center development with customer partnership options and tax advantages.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2025-07-31Series Unknown

Leadership Team

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Nicholas Laag
Founder & CEO
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Michael Hildebrand
Senior Vice President of Product Delivery
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