Job Details

Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We're crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI - without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.

Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that's setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About the Role:

As part of our continued expansion, we're hiring a 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.

What You'll Be Working On:

• 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

What You'll Bring to the Team:

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

Benefits:

• Industry competitive pay
• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
• Employer contributions to HSA accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Teladoc
• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Subscription to the Calm app
• MetLife Legal
• Company paid commuter benefit; $300 per month

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $154,000 - $188,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.