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Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Position Overview Vantage is looking for a meticulous, hands-on Preconstruction Manager to support construction projects and programs with a focus on pre-construction estimating and cost optimization at a programmatic level. You will join the Development Delivery team in providing professional Cost Analysis/solidity for perspective developments and active projects guiding business level decisions on regional capital expenditure across EMEA.
You will have the unique opportunity to provide immediate feedback on cost drivers ranging from unique site characteristics to cost savings opportunities and alternate technology evaluation. You will also be responsible for generating proformas, reviewing general contractor RFPs, collaborating with the Design team on Value engineering/cost out opportunities, collaborating with OFCI procurement and evaluating major trade bid packages. You will support the development management and development delivery teams in providing professional cost analysis and cost estimating capabilities.
Essential Job Functions: Lead the generation of Capital Expenditure Proformas associated with New Site Developments across Vantage's Portfolio. Create cost studies at all levels of project development, with heavy focus on conceptual planning and pre-construction phases. This role will partner with the New Site Development (NSD), Construction (CON), and Site Selection/Market Development (MKTDEV) teams to ensure that project cost is accurately accounted for. Maintain and develop company processes and procedures around our internal project development cost database to guide future CapEx development decisions. Prepare independent internal take-offs and cost estimates from conceptual ideas and plans to Construction Document sets. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to surface cost and schedule risk associated with perspective projects. Serve as a subject matter expert to internal stakeholders on construction and development cost across EMEA Markets. Review complex General Contractor and Major Trade proposals for new projects, assisting local project teams with evaluating cost, scope and schedule impacts of proposals. Ensure all project work scope has been included in the project estimates; verify all scope, durations, and assumptions included in each estimate and supports the authorization and release of internal budgets and estimates. Research new products and installation techniques and develop cost roadmaps to ensure competitive pricing related to sustainability, data center design, and other Vantage initiatives. Work with vertical peers focusing on continuous improvement to our business processes. Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare/review/comment on time, cost, and labor estimates for projects. Review quantity take-off as a separate validation of contractor pricing in a manner and level of detail consistent with the project goals. Review and implement lessons learned to ensure estimating data is accurate and competitive. Understand and handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors / partners. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or relevant functional discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience. 12 years of related experience. Experience leading new construction budgeting and pricing efforts for all trade disciplines. Data Center, Oil & Gas Civil/MEP estimating experience is strongly preferred. Green and brown field new construction estimating experience preferred. Knowledge of all engineering scopes, including electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil. Expert knowledge and experience of technical processes, engineering standards, state, and federal codes, analyzing data, generating reports for internal and external review and comment. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience using cost/estimating software. Experience preparing/reviewing contingency evaluation, durations, escalation, reconciliations for estimates. Ability to interpret construction plans, drawings, sketches, and specifications. Familiarity with ProCore & Power BI. Extensive experience using Microsoft Office software tools, such as MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Word, to be utilized in managing and reporting estimate throughput, status, and labor allocation. Travel required is expected to be up to 20% but may increase over time as the business evolves. We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
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