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 / Quantity Surveyor to serve as the key day‑to‑day client interface on a major new data center construction program in Michigan.

The position may be based in the Detroit metro area, with periodic site visits to a project location approximately 44 miles west of Detroit.

• Provide estimate and cost planning, including producing and presenting the final cost plan.
• Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor in the development of cost estimates.
• Develop cost plans and estimates through the design phase, delivering updates at appropriate design milestones.
• Provide commercial input to design optioneering and contribute to value engineering exercises.
• Coordinate sources of cost information for cost discussions (e.g., direct supplier inputs, subcontractor quotes, and A/E quantities).
• Prepare written comments on contractor submissions, including executive summaries.
• Review contractor and subcontractor pricing and lead negotiations on behalf of the client to achieve fair contract prices.
• Inform and help prioritize engineering decisions based on cost impact.
• Compile built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.
• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure cost data accuracy.
• Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects, ensuring timely and accurate processes.
• Participate effectively in post‑contract cost variance analysis and change control processes.
• Manage cost impact, contingency management, and commitment tracking logs.
• Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues that influence cost.
• Carry out the production of monthly cost reports for presentation to the client.
• Ensure cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively with robust validation processes.
• Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions with stakeholders.
• Ensure final accounts are negotiated and agreed in a timely manner.
• Display excellence in leadership and service delivery on commissions in line with the conditions of appointment.
• Identify, coach, and mentor talent to realize their potential and celebrate the success of others.
• Be a role model who drives a “one business” culture balancing outcomes for people, clients, stakeholders, and society.
• Utilize internal software to track margin levels, monthly fee/resource forecasts, and financial reports.
• Implement and maintain internal business management systems and company delivery methodologies/tools to ensure consistent best‑practice delivery.
• Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related construction field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in a construction cost management role.
• RICS accredited or working towards accreditation is preferred.
• Proven experience leading cost management on medium or large‑sized construction projects of medium to high complexity.
• Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client‑facing settings.

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

Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to protected characteristics. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.