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Job description

Croft Consulting Services (CCS) delivers highly trained professionals who set the standard for excellence in data centers throughout the United States. With decades of industry expertise, CCS prides itself on the quality of its work and fostering a strong sense of company morale. Our recruitment focuses on identifying highly competent individuals who align with the specific needs of our clients.

Job description

The Owner Representative / Project Manager will lead all aspects of Data Center construction projects. Quality/Commissioning OR/PM position requires business management vision and proven leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as strong communication and ability to facilitate smooth collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Owner representative for construction process of data center buildings.

Oversee General Contractor MEP team and third-party commissioning agents

QCx manager will manage, plan, and participate in quality inspections and Cx activities

Interface directly with construction general contractors throughout the construction phases including pre-construction activities, construction, commissioning and closeout.

Lead meetings with general contractors, subcontractors and internal teams.

Effectively manage and monitor quality and commissioning scope and schedule, while overseeing construction contractors and vendors.

Perform construction project management tasks, including document management, submittals, RFIs, change orders, invoices, quality control, scope management and schedule.

Oversee installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of diverse systems across multiple projects simultaneously.

Implemented quality control programs, coordinated inspections and fostered a safety-first culture.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

8 or more years of quality or commissioning experience

Quality and Commissioning oversight

Strong knowledge of construction

Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E and OSHA Standards

Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record of problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or an equivalent degree.

5 or more years of work experience in data center construction management.

Knowledge of LEAN Construction principles and their application.

Preferably, experience managing multiple large-scale construction projects, particularly in mission-critical or infrastructure domains.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Croft Consulting Services (CCS) is a certified DEI company and committed to being an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. CCS considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Enhanced Staffing is currently seeking askilled senior scheduling consultant to join our data center site scheduling team & support a large confidential client. The site scheduler shall be responsible to prepare, maintain & update end to end project schedule, review /analyze the general contractors’ schedules, give early warnings, carry out forensic & delay analysis, prepare & report schedule health. This will include working closely with the client team and general contractor to ensure scheduling best practices are applied. The ideal candidate should have excellent organizational and time management skills, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills.

If you have to Chat GPT answers to P6 scheduling questions, please do not apply! :) My client will sniff you out in seconds!

Only the best can handle the demand and pace of working on state of the art hyperscale data centers!

Client will hire as full-time (40 Hours a Week) & long-term 1099. This is not a W2 position with benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Onsite support to create, maintain, status and report on construction schedules providing weekly report to the client
• Validate the accuracy and assure the credibility of information contained in the schedule analysis performed by the Contractor.
• Prepare & present schedule decks to mid & senior level management
• Lead and facilitate project scheduling meetings with client, GC and other stakeholders
• Provide support and guidance to schedule end-users
• Develop monthly internal reports and communicate schedule risks with the project stakeholders.
• Create schedule what-if scenarios to influence and drive decision making.
• Implement scheduling best practices and drive standardization across the program.
• Develop scheduling key performance indicators and create scheduling dashboards.
• Communicate schedule health with the project key stakeholders.
• Review Time Impact Analysis and provide feedback to the stakeholder
• Partner closely with the client's preconstruction, design, supply chain, and project management to plan the project and maintain control through the project life cycle.
• Lead schedule meetings with the construction team and general contractors.
• Prepare all levels of project reports and documentation related to project scheduling
• Support ad-hoc and recurring data analysis for various management exercises, executive and programmatic activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or Engineering preferred
• 3-5 years of Data Center or other mission critical experience preferred
• Proficiency in Primavera P6
• Thorough knowledge of standard construction practices, project sequencing and installation methods
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications to understand, build, and approve/accept schedules produced by contractors.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, collaborative, team-based environment.
• Be results-oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in an accurate, complete and timely fashion.
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience in reviewing time impact analysis and recovery schedules.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and set priorities based on the business needs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.
• Capability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information:

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.

Data Center Service Coordinator

Data Center Service Coordinator

Murphy Company, the Best Choice in Mechanical construction since 1907, is hiring a Data Services Coordinator for the St. Louis, MO office.

About Murphy Company

Since 1907, Murphy Company has been a leading mechanical contractor in the St. Louis and Denver markets that provides its professionals the environment, opportunities, technology, and tools to experience a rewarding career. Being a company that prides itself on its core values of employee well-being, enduring relationships, and integrity and professionalism, we know it starts with our employees. We strongly believe our people are our most important asset, and we strive every day to make Murphy a great place to work as we build our clients’ visions.

We Are Looking For Someone Like You

As a DCS Coordinator, you will be a vital member of Murphy’s Data Center Services team. You will obtain new and ongoing work for Murphy’s DCS Department by servicing the needs of our clients.

Your Day-to-Day at Murphy Company

• Create and maintain work orders and purchase orders
• Schedule emergency service, preventative maintenance, and repairs
• Ensure each client is given the necessary services and follow up to fill ongoing service needs
• Create quotes
• Maintain good relationships with technicians/subcontractors and clients to keep customer base
• Source vendors to provide needed services new/existing areas
• Maintain scheduling spreadsheets
• Manage customer portals
• Process vendor invoices
• Answer telephone and respond to emails
• Invoice for services performed
• Join office OnCall rotation (On-Call 3-4 weeks over the calendar year)

Bring Your A-Game!

Our ideal candidate should possess the following traits:

• Strong work ethic and service skills
• Skills in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, Smartsheet
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Customer service and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to build relationships
• Teamwork
• Verbal and written communication skills

What We Will Bring to the Table

• A collaborative, family-friendly work environment
• Competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, including health and life insurance, a robust wellness program, 401(k), and profit sharing.
• A personal time off plan that rivals our competitors

SERVICE DESK ENGINEER (WA/OR/ID)

CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCAL TO THE SERVICE AREA AND BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES ON A FULL-TIME BASIS – INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES NEED NOT APPLY

Since 1993, Right! Systems, Inc. (RSI) has been providing exceptional solutions and uncommon expertise to help our customers achieve lasting benefits. As a multi-vendor systems integrator, we maintain high-level certifications with key technology partners for one reason: our customers.

We are seeking a talented individual for the role of Service Desk Engineer. This is a full time position. Candidates must live in the service area and report to one of our corporate office locations as needed to perform job duties. This role reports to the Service Desk Manager.

You will be working on a team of highly skilled technicians and engineers across a wide range of disciplines, representing solutions from Cisco, Juniper, HPE, Aruba, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and more. Your role is to ensure that industry best practices and methodologies are applied to the deployment, integration, and operational support of our customer environments. This is a great opportunity to build your IT career while working on exciting technologies and environments.

Work schedule is typically Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm in-office or onsite with rotational on-call scheduling for work after-hours and on weekends.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Build and maintain deep technical expertise across datacenter technologies including virtualization, Windows Server, storage, backup/DR, datacenter networking, and identity/core services (AD/DNS/DHCP).
• Resolve complex, multi-layer support incidents involving availability, performance, recoverability, and security across compute, storage, virtualization, and infrastructure services in a multi-customer MSP environment. Work from RSI offices to diagnose and resolve both emergency and chronic problems related to availability, security, performance, connectivity, and overall functionality.
• Partner with Service Desk, Network, Security, and Projects teams to deliver customer outcomes and improve service maturity through standardization, documentation, and automation.
• Attend or participate in various product training sessions and classes in order to broaden your skillset while maintaining RSI’s vendor relationships
• Meet with customers to discuss and outline new approaches and configurations that improve and enhance their current environments
• Other work-related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

1-3 years of equivalent technology experience

Able to demonstrate associate level expertise or equivalent certification level in one or more of the following areas:

• Datacenter / Virtualization
• VMware vSphere/ESXi/vCenter (preferred) and/or Hyper-V
• Compute platforms such as Cisco UCS and/or HPE
• Windows Server / Core Services
• Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy
• General Windows Server administration and troubleshooting
• Storage / Backup / DR
• SAN/NAS concepts (iSCSI, snapshots, replication)
• Backup systems and restore validation / DR testing
• Cloud
• Azure / Entra ID integration, hybrid identity, M365 dependencies
• Hands-on experience supporting solutions from some of the listed vendors above
• Experience administering phone systems (Cisco, etc.) preferred
• Contact Center administration experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong customer service orientation
• Candidate must be able to conduct research into issues and problems
• Candidate must be able to present ideas in user-friendly language
• Candidate must be highly self-motivated and self-sufficient
• Candidate must be able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Candidate would either need to have a valid Driver’s license and vehicle insurance, or confirm their ability and means to report to the office daily on work days as scheduled, as an essential job function for this role.

Compensation/Benefits

Compensation $70-90k Annually DOE

RSI offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package that includes group medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance/LTD, and PTO (Paid Time Off) for vacation, sick and personal leave needs.

Right! Systems provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, citizenship, status, national origin, ancestry, gender, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, religion, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Metric Geo has partnered with a Leading Electrical Contractor that is expanding its electrical project management division. We are seeking a skilled Electrical Project Manager to oversee and deliver large-scale data center projects for a leading electrical contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical scope of new data center builds, expansions, upgrades, and decommissions.
• Manage field crews, subcontractors, and cross-discipline teams to ensure safe, on-time, and within-budget project delivery.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of switchgear, UPS systems, generators, power distribution, and other electrical equipment.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure design intent and code compliance.
• Conduct progress meetings and provide regular updates to internal leadership and client stakeholders.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, quality control, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee all project documentation, cost tracking, and close-out activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of electrical project management experience, preferably in data centers or other mission-critical environments.
• Proven experience leading large-scale electrical packages on capital projects ($50M+ preferred).
• Strong knowledge of NEC, electrical systems, and critical power infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders

If you wish to be considered for the role please apply hear or reach out to:

Joe Hall - On LinkedIn

Are you a Superintendent with 15+ years' construction experience and prior experience delivering Data Center/Mission Critical projects >$50M?

If you answered "yes" then let's chat!

We're partnered with multiple firms and GCs in the area looking to bring on Supers to manage new Data Center/Mission Critical projects!

Company/Role Highlights:

• Our clients has been in business 20+ years and are each growing their market presence in the area
• Deep pipeline of Data Center/Mission Critical projects as well as other Commercial projects
• Location: Columbus, OH
• Salary: Salary is open as the right cultural fit and project experience is most important

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.

Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission Critical Group, including relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances.

The Role

The Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, specializing in data center and mission-critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States. Focused on fast-paced, MEP-intensive projects, the group is recognized for delivering complex solutions while offering significant opportunities for career advancement within the thriving mission-critical construction industry.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating all necessary project resources and documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle. This includes the maintenance of budget and schedule, and the management and administration of all contractual requirements, agreements with trade partners, purchase orders, meeting minutes and shop drawing logs. This individual also manages risk, insurances, general work performance and quality, and overall team progress against the project plan through consistent communication and collaboration with the owner and project team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and communicate with Suffolk Field Supervision, Subcontractors and Vendors to assist them in working to the Project Schedule
• Represent Suffolk with Owner(s), Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors
• Administer financial aspects of the Owner’s contract, subcontracts, and purchase orders
• Build effective working relationships with clients and the Suffolk project team members

Project Start-Up:

• Review the general contract and contract documents and confirm the budget setup and project milestones
• Create a schedule of values and project logs, plan for project safety and mobilization, including review and validation with team members

Purchasing process and document control:

• Maintain the buy schedule, write scopes of work, distribute and log subcontracts, write required contract riders and purchase orders, and confirm compliance with project insurance requirements
• Review subcontractor references, obtain Subcontractor bonds, and maintain project files
• Maintain and manage all purchase and delivery schedules, change order processes, shop drawings, document control logs, Owner, Architect and Subcontractor correspondence
• Work with Purchasing in setting up/executing trade buyout including defining scope of work, authoring Exhibit B’s, ensuring scope coverage, coordinating buy and project schedules

Meeting Management:

• Attend all schedule and management meetings necessary to monitor and manage the project, chairing as appropriate

Financial Management:

• Manage all requisitions and payments including lien releases and project payroll and maintains best possible cash flow throughout the project, communicating issues proactively

Project Closeout:

• Deliver all necessary manuals to the Owner, consolidates project documentation and files
• Manage subcontractor closeout, transfer of utilities, owner training, and punch list process
• Deliver all warranties, as-builts and training to the owner

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or applicable discipline and experience relative to project size/scope
• 5+ years of related experience
• Excellent business judgment demonstrated by consistently achieving profitability objectives and strong project close-outs with client and subcontractor relationships in good standing
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail evidenced by a strong command of all applicable contract and legal provisions
• Ability to consistently analyze and execute financial trade-offs which frequently involve dealing with incomplete data and ambiguity
• Ability to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs, organizational issues, and sound customer relations
• Possess judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command
• A strong sense of urgency and initiative
• Able to quickly study and react to complex issues
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action
• Team leader with excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to handle and resolve conflicts effectively in a firm but fair manner
• The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
• Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

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A rapidly growing global infrastructure organization supporting large-scale advanced computing environments is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of hyperscale data center construction projects. This role will oversee projects from early planning and design coordination through construction, commissioning, and final handover.

The position will play a critical role in turning aggressive capacity expansion plans into structured project execution while ensuring alignment across engineering, procurement, and construction teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage integrated project schedules covering design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Oversee execution of the master construction schedule from site mobilization through substantial completion and operational turnover.
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial tracking, including change order management and reporting.
• Coordinate design review milestones and project documentation, ensuring clear accountability and communication across teams.
• Lead contract and vendor management processes, including bid coordination, contractor selection, and project close-out documentation.
• Identify and mitigate schedule risks and long-lead equipment constraints associated with mission-critical infrastructure.
• Provide consistent project reporting and status updates to internal leadership and delivery partners.
• Lead cross-functional project delivery teams including project managers, construction managers, and field leadership.
• Support team staffing strategies and contribute to performance oversight within project teams.
• Facilitate project meetings, milestone reviews, and lessons-learned sessions to drive project performance and improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience managing large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Direct experience delivering hyperscale data center construction projects is required.
• Strong understanding of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical scopes within mission-critical facilities.
• Experience managing complex procurement processes, contractor coordination, and cost control programs.
• Advanced proficiency with project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Experience with construction cost management and project collaboration platforms.
• Proven ability to manage fast-track project schedules across multiple locations or regions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate across technical and executive stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

This role offers the opportunity to support the development of large-scale hyperscale infrastructure projects within a fast-paced, high-growth technical environment focused on delivering critical digital infrastructure.

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

The Role:

The MEP Estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems in various construction projects. This position involves collaboration with project managers, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure accurate budgeting and project forecasting for large-scale projects. The MEP Estimator plays a key role in the preconstruction process, contributing to informed decision-making and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed MEP estimates (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) for construction projects in the Mission Critical sector, in particular Data Centers
• Analyze project drawings, specifications, and addenda to determine project scope and required materials, labor, and equipment.
• Collaborate with internal teams (project management, engineering, procurement) and external parties (architects, subcontractors, vendors) to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from MEP subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and complete estimates.
• Prepare cost comparisons and value engineering options to optimize project efficiency and reduce costs without compromising quality.
• Track and monitor market trends, material pricing, and labor costs to ensure estimates are current and competitive.
• Provide risk analysis and identify potential project challenges related to MEP systems and budgets.
• Participate in client and team meetings to present estimates, address questions, and explain cost drivers.
• Support bid submissions and negotiate with subcontractors/vendors as needed.
• Maintain and update estimating databases, templates, and historical cost data.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in estimating MEP systems for construction projects.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, codes, and construction methods.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., OST, Bluebeam) and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of market conditions and pricing trends for MEP materials and labor.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in estimates and forecasts.
• Experience with design-build and preconstruction phases for large-scale commercial projects and familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) processes and technologies a plus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

Role:

The Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, specializing in data center and mission-critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States. Focused on fast-paced, MEP-intensive projects, the group is recognized for delivering complex solutions while offering significant opportunities for career advancement within the thriving mission-critical construction industry.

The Director of Estimating is responsible for managing the Mission Critical Estimating team, including identifying bid opportunities, managing the bid process, delivery of bids, staff development, making cost adjustments and assigning estimating personnel and resources.

This position can be located in Boston, MA, or Herndon, VA.

Responsibilities:

Department and Staff Management:

• Assign Estimating team members to projects. Balance and manage time of staff.
• Lead bid strategies.
• Create estimating templates and tools to increase overall effectiveness of the department.
• Create monthly estimating reports to track estimating success.
• Create and track the Mission Critical Estimating budget.
• Perform strategic and business planning for the department.
• Attend executive staff meetings.
• Develop talent on the Mission Critical Estimating team by coaching and providing feedback, and performing annual performance reviews. Create individual development plans for each staff member’s career growth.

Unit Cost Pricing:

• Prepare detailed take off of materials by clearly understanding the complexity of the scope(s) of work as shown on the construction documents.
• Prepare detailed labor estimates utilizing production hours, crews and equipment.
• Organize the material and labor information for pricing.
• Solicit material prices from suppliers.
• Obtain current labor rates.
• Prepare unit prices by "Building the Project in your Head."
• Verify and compare your unit prices or the price of a system with a subcontractor and previous similar estimates.
• Review all unit pricing on projects prepared by the Estimator. Make changes as required.
• Understand the influence of market conditions on pricing.
• Track all current market conditions.

Bid Activities:

• Review or compile GC's with the Senior Estimator and review with senior management.
• Assure on time delivery of bids and estimates, reviewing final plans and specifications with the Estimating team.
• Review of subcontractor selection and scopes and subcontractor/trade close outs on bid day.
• Review scope sheets and pricing with Estimating team members, ensuring that trade summary ties into bid form.
• Close out the subcontractor bid process.
• Review plans and specs with the lead Estimator.
• Assist the lead Estimator in directing additional staff assignments on bid day.
• Manage bid day activities by ensuring completion of bid forms, managing the clock and trying to develop a competitive advantage.
• Follow up with the client regarding bid results.
• Make Subcontractor, A/E fees, overhead, and fee recommendations to upper management.
• Identify pre-construction fees for Suffolk, where applicable

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field
• 15+ years of experience estimating Mission Critical projects
• Quantity Surveys, Take off skills, Computer Skills
• Working knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs
• Ability to work with and manage a team
• Understanding of Construction Documents specific to Mission Critical projects
• Knowledge of the contents of each CSI section.
• Ability to read & interpret blue prints in order to understand the scope of work at SD, DD and CD phases of design.
• Ability to coordinate construction document plans, details and specifications.
• Ability to apply CD details to a conceptual set of documents to capture all cost impacts of the details.
• If called to the table or awarded the bid, review the estimate and discuss strategy with the team for any holes, value management, or potential profit pockets

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.