Senior Cost Manager​/Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial management, cost control and estimating services on a global technology client’s data center construction program. This is an on-site role with a potential hybrid option after establishing time and partnership with the client. Candidates must have strong communication skills and be comfortable in a client-facing role.

• Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
• Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor in the development of the cost estimates.
• Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.
• Communicate or meet with general contractor and owner project manager to gather status information to prepare a cost estimate update.
• Prepare written comments to the general contractor’s submissions, including the executive summary.
• Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from NPA, subs, quantities from A/Es.
• Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
• Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues.
• Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
• Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
• Manage cost impact / contingency management and commitment tracking logs.
• Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate value engineering (VE) sessions with stakeholders.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, where applicable.

• This is an on-site role with opportunity for hybrid option after establishing time and partnership with the client.
• Strong post-contract and change order management experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in cost management and quantity surveying, with a strong focus on large-scale data centers or relatable construction projects and cloud services.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• PQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) or MRICS accreditation is a plus.
• Proficiency in cost management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Sage, or similar).
• In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and risk management.
• Understanding of data center design and construction processes, including MEP systems and structural elements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients  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. Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

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