Job Title
Senior MEP Estimator / Cost Consultant
Role Purpose
Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly capable senior MEP estimator / cost consultant to support the successful delivery of large, complex data centre projects for global clients. The role will provide expert mechanical and electrical cost advice across all stages of the project lifecycle, from early feasibility through procurement and delivery.
You will operate in a client-facing consultancy role, supporting strategic decision-making, driving commercial performance, and reinforcing Turner & Townsend's position as a trusted partner in the mission‑critical sector.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Management & Estimating
Support the creation of high-quality MEP cost estimates and cost plans from RIBA Stage 0–5
Create analysis costs using Turner & Townsend data, market intelligence, and industry trends
Evaluate cost drivers, escalation, inflation, and risk allowances appropriate to data centre projects
Data Centre Technical Advisory
Provide cost input and commercial advice on complex MEP systems, including:
MV/LV electrical infrastructure
UPS systems, generators, and fuel resilience strategies
Cooling systems (air, liquid cooling, chilled water, DX, and hybrid solutions)
BMS, EPMS, ICT, and life‑safety systems
Support option studies, resilience strategies (N+1 / 2N), and value engineering exercises
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, developers, and internal delivery teams
Clearly communicate cost risks, opportunities, and recommendations
Participate in client meetings, workshops, and presentations
Build and maintain strong working relationships with designers, contractors, and supply chain partners
Project Controls & Reporting
Contribute to cost reporting, cash flow forecasting, and cost‑to‑complete assessments
Support risk management and change control processes
Ensure consistency of reporting in line with Turner & Townsend best practice and governance frameworks
People & Capability Development
Support and mentor junior team members
Review and provide feedback on estimates prepared by others
Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating methodologies, tools, and data
Qualifications
Essential
Strong working knowledge of MEP systems within data centre or mission‑critical environments
Proven experience delivering MEP estimates within a consultancy or contractor setting
Solid understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and commercial risk
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
Experience on hyperscale or colocation data centre developments
Familiarity with cost estimating software (e.g. CostX) and advanced Excel
Experience working with BIM-based information
Qualifications & Professional Membership
Preferred degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Building Services Engineering, or related disciplines
Commitment to ongoing professional development
What We Offer
Exciting work in an international environment.
Independent work with challenging tasks.
International development perspectives and training opportunities.
Employer‑funded pension plan.
Modern workplace in centrally located offices with good transport connections.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Recruitment Policy
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. Any recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will not ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e‑mail accounts are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. To be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited by the Recruitment Team to submit candidates for review.
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