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
🕒 March 6
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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, leveraging industry benchmarks and technical documentation • Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and funding data to stakeholders • Coordinate all sources of cost information (design teams, GC, subs, vendor quotes) for robust cost validation and auditing • Compile built cost records for benchmarking and continuous improvement • Lead procurement strategy development, contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation, and commercial negotiations to secure fair contract prices • Manage final accounts and ensure timely agreement • Own change control throughout the lifecycle: review, estimate, negotiate, and reconcile change orders; manage post‑contract cost variances • Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency management, and commitment tracking • Ensure robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management (EVM) where applicable • Integrate cost with schedule and scope, coordinating closely with project controls/scheduling teams • Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact; lead value engineering (VE) initiatives and cost optimization strategies • Monitor market trends (escalation, labor availability, material pricing) and provide timely insights • Act as the primary client interface, ensuring objectives are met and service excellence is delivered • Prepare and present executive‑level updates, written comments on GC submissions, and cost estimate updates • Ensure adherence to internal Business Management Systems and company delivery methodologies • Mentor and coach junior team members; foster a high‑performance, one‑business culture
🎯 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 (data centers, high-tech, industrial) and medium to large projects of moderate to high complexity • Solid understanding of MEP systems, resilience requirements, and campus-scale infrastructure common to hyperscale data centers • Strong foundation in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, and EVM • Expertise in procurement strategies and the commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail • Proficiency with industry-standard cost management tools and software
🏖️ Benefits
• Health insurance • 401(k) matching • Paid time off • Remote work options • Professional development opportunities
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