Turner & Townsend
10,000+ employees
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.
Senior Cost Manager – Quantity Surveyor, Data Center Construction
🕒 May 27
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Turner & Townsend
10,000+ employees
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.
📋 Description
• Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates through design and delivery phases • Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and funding data to stakeholders • Coordinate all sources of cost information for robust cost validation and auditing • Compile built cost records for benchmarking and continuous improvement • Lead procurement strategy development and contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews • Manage final accounts and ensure timely agreement • Own change control throughout the lifecycle • Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning, and commitment tracking • Ensure robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management (EVM) • Integrate cost with schedule and scope • Inform engineering priorities based on cost impact • Monitor market trends and provide timely insights • Act as the primary client interface
🎯 Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field • Data center construction experience is required • 5–7+ years in cost management/project controls within mission‑critical environments • Solid understanding of MEP systems, resilience requirements, and campus‑scale infrastructure common to hyperscale data centers • Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts • Experience with large‑scale siteworks, utility coordination, and sustainability certifications (e.g., LEED) is advantageous • RICS accreditation or progress toward certification is advantageous • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills • Proficiency with industry‑standard cost management tools and software
🏖️ Benefits
• Flexible working arrangements • Professional development opportunities • Commitment to work-life balance
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