Cost Estimator

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Cost Estimator to support a top energy company in Houston, TX with the engineering, procurement, and construction of multiple hyperscale, mission-critical data centers across the United States. The Cost Estimator is responsible for developing tender-phase project cost estimates by performing quantity take-offs from drawings, building estimate models, and pricing materials, labor, equipment, subcontracted scopes, logistics, and indirect costs. The role prepares Basis of Estimate documentation, maintains cost databases and benchmarks, evaluates cost risks and contingencies, and supports GMP pricing and commercial strategy development. This position works closely with Supply Chain, Contracts, and Commercial teams to validate pricing, assumptions, and scope alignment, and supports bid clarifications, negotiations, and the post-award handover of estimate inputs.

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Skills and Requirements

10–15 years of experience in estimating or cost development for large-scale construction or industrial projects ($200M+ projects) from the general contracting and construction side

Experience implementing estimating software

8+ years of experience demonstrating a strong understanding of quantity take-offs, unit-rate development, and construction methods across civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical works

Proven ability to translate technical scope into clear, defensible cost estimates (Portfolio of projects exceeding $300+ million, Projects focused on construction and general contracting)

8+ years of experience supporting competitive tenders with multiple subcontractor and supplier interfaces (experience supporting between 5-10 subcontractors at a time)

Experience developing estimates under GMP or cost‑reimbursable commercial models is preferred

Familiarity with structured estimating practices aligned with AACE / North American cost engineering standards is preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying or 15+ years of progressive estimating experience Professional certification such as AACE CEP, CCP, or MRICS

Training in advanced estimating software or data analytics tools