Cost Manager​/Quantity Suryeyor - Data Center Construction

Cost Manager / Quantity Suryeyor - Data Center Construction

Join to apply for the Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor role at Turner & Townsend. This role involves managing cost planning and control throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery on time and within budget for a large‑scale, mission‑critical facility.

You’ll be part of our Cost Management team, delivering expert cost consulting services and working closely with clients, contractors, and project teams.

• Support cost management activities from early‑stage budgeting and procurement through post‑contract cost control and final account closeout.
• Prepare and present detailed cost plans, estimates, and budgets aligned with project scope and objectives.
• Assist with cost control processes during construction, monitoring actual costs against forecasts and recommending corrective actions.
• Review and validate change orders, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with contractual terms.
• Track contingencies, commitments, and cost impacts across multiple packages or phases.
• Prepare and deliver cost reports, forecasts, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Contribute to procurement strategies, bid analysis, and contractor negotiations.
• Support value engineering and design optimization initiatives to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial systems, client‑specific requirements, and regulatory controls.
• Maintain benchmarking data and historical cost records for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with project managers and design teams to align scope, budget, and schedule.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in cost management or project controls.
• Experience with large‑scale construction projects; data centre or mission‑critical experience preferred.
• Familiarity with MEP systems is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of cost planning, budgeting, post‑contract cost control, and change management.
• Understanding of procurement strategies and commercial management of contracts.
• RICS accreditation or progress toward it is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills.
• Proficiency in cost management tools, Microsoft Office, and cloud based applications.

On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.

Senior level:
Mid‑Senior level;

Employment type:

Full‑time;
Job function:
Project Management, Consulting, and Engineering;
Industries:
Construction, Civil Engineering, and Business Consulting and Services.