Senior Construction Cost Estimator

Crusoe•San Francisco, CA

1d•$165,000 - $210,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As part of our continued expansion, we’re hiring a Senior Construction Cost Estimator to drive cost modeling and financial accuracy across our capital projects. This role plays a critical function in delivering predictable outcomes by pairing detailed cost estimation with proactive cash flow forecasting to support Crusoe’s global growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field
10+ years of experience in construction cost estimating for complex infrastructure projects
Strong experience in cost modeling, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting
Deep technical knowledge of MEP, CSA, and mission-critical systems
Expertise with estimating software such as CostX, Sage Estimating, or equivalent
Ability to translate technical and financial inputs into actionable reporting
Strong communication skills with experience presenting to both technical and executive stakeholders
Willingness to travel up to 25%, including international locations
Background with general contractors, owner’s rep firms, or tech/data center infrastructure
Familiarity with the full construction lifecycle including preconstruction, procurement, and delivery

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean methodologies, design-build, or integrated project delivery
Advanced degree or certifications such as AACE, RICS, or CMAA

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end estimating efforts for data center builds—from early-stage planning through construction execution
Develop robust cost models that align with design intent, scope evolution, and delivery strategies
Collaborate with design, procurement, and delivery teams to validate quantity take-offs and unit pricing
Build and maintain project cash flow forecasts to support financial planning, budget tracking, and funding requests
Provide detailed estimates for CSA, MEP, and mission-critical systems for domestic and international builds
Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals against internal benchmarks and historical data
Analyze variances and model cost impacts due to design changes, procurement risks, or schedule shifts
Partner with finance, real estate, and development teams to inform business cases and funding strategy
Deliver concise cost reports, dashboards, and executive summaries with clear insights and recommendations
Establish scalable tools and repeatable processes to support Crusoe’s infrastructure pipeline
Maintain historical cost databases and continuously refine models based on actuals and market trends
Contribute to site feasibility assessments and preconstruction planning with data-backed insights
Support value engineering exercises and cost optimization strategies