Senior Cost Manager​/Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Full‑time.

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company engaged across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. With services that include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, we partner to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programs.

Location:

Cheyenne, WY. The role requires onsite presence 1‑2 times per month and may change depending on the client’s needs.

• 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, contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation, and commercial negotiations.
• 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 where applicable.
• Integrate cost with schedule and scope, coordinating closely with project controls and scheduling teams.
• Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact; lead value engineering initiatives and cost optimization strategies.
• Monitor market trends 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 and written comments on contract submissions.
• Ensure adherence to internal Business Management Systems and delivery methodologies.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.
• Demonstrate excellence in financial management (margin tracking, fee/resource forecasts).
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, where applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field.
• 5–7+ years in cost management or project controls within mission‑critical environments such as data centers or high‑tech projects.
• Construction consultancy experience strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of MEP systems and campus‑scale infrastructure common to hyperscale data centers.
• Strong foundation in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, and Earned Value Management.
• Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor and vendor contracts.
• RICS accreditation or progress toward certification is advantageous.
• 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.

On‑site presence may change depending on client 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.