Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Construction, Heavy Civil

5 hours ago

🤠 Texas – Remote

Although this job is listed in Texas, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $130k - $150k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👔 Manager

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We build trust between clients, suppliers, governments and society through the commitment, capability and care our team brings. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us.

10,000+ employees

📋 Description

• Lead cost management across all project phases, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule. • Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates, leveraging industry benchmarks and technical documentation. • Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and financial updates to stakeholders. • Manage change control processes, including review and negotiation of change orders and post-contract cost variances. • Oversee contractor and subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation, and procurement strategy development. • Collaborate with design teams, general contractors, and vendors to validate cost estimates and perform quantity surveying. • Drive continuous improvement in cost management practices, supporting standardization and best-in-class delivery. • Support cost risk analysis and scenario planning for multi-phase programs. • Monitor market trends and provide insights on escalation, labor availability, and material pricing. • Develop strategies for cost optimization and value engineering. • Coordinate with scheduling teams to align cost forecasts with project timelines. • Track and report on cash flow forecasts and commitments to ensure financial accuracy. • Review and validate invoices against contract terms and approved budgets. • Maintain accurate cost databases and benchmarking information for future projects. • Mentor junior team members and contribute to a high-performance, collaborative team culture. • Ensure compliance with internal financial systems, regulatory requirements, and SOX controls where applicable. • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and project teams to support successful project delivery.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field • Heavy Civil Experience ideally from a contractor or general contractor background • Well-rounded experience in cost management or project controls within large-scale, mission-critical environments (e.g., data centers, high-tech, industrial) • Proven track record in construction consultancy is preferred • Strong background in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, and Earned Value Management (EVM) • Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts • RICS accreditation or progress toward certification is advantageous • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail • Proficiency in industry-standard cost management tools and software.

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • Retirement plans • Paid time off • Flexible working arrangements • Professional development opportunities