Cost Manager​/Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Construction

Role Type: Full‑time

Location: Columbus, Ohio (Conesville, OH on‑site as required; flexible hybrid schedule; per diem, travel, relocation support provided).

This is a key, client‑facing role that delivers value‑added cost management for a large‑scale, multi‑phase mission‑critical data center program. The successful candidate will ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, with strong emphasis on governance, commercial rigor, and stakeholder engagement.

• Advise the client on procurement strategies, manage vendor prequalification, assess bids, and lead bid leveling and recommendation processes.
• Manage estimating activities across the full project lifecycle, including developing and reviewing construction cost estimates, presenting to clients, and supporting value engineering and risk assessments.
• Engage with vendors and contractors to review, validate, and challenge pricing using benchmark data.
• Establish and manage cost reporting processes, including forecasts, budget tracking, and commercial risk registers.
• Lead cost control activities, including payment application reviews, change order evaluation, and contract entitlement recommendations.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution through structured change and cost management processes.
• Manage and monitor invoicing and financial tracking.
• Oversee final accounts, post‑contract audits, and project closeout activities.
• Conduct post‑project reviews and support lessons learned documentation and process improvements.
• Develop and support project handover procedures.
• Utilize cost estimating, take‑off, and reporting tools to support project delivery.
• Comply with SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

• Able to work on‑site in Conesville, OH as required, with a flexible hybrid schedule.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5+ 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.
• Construction consultancy experience strongly preferred.
• 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.
• 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.

• Base salary range: $110,000 – $130,000 USD.
• Eligible for performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Per diem for travel required for the role.
• Mileage reimbursement for candidates within driving distance of the site.
• Travel costs covered for candidates traveling from further away.
• Relocation assistance available for those interested in moving closer to the project location.

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.