Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Description

• 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 cost information from design teams, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors for validation and auditing.
• Compile built cost records for benchmarking and continuous improvement.
• Lead procurement strategy, pricing reviews, scope validation, and commercial negotiations.
• Manage final accounts and ensure timely agreement.
• Own change control: review, estimate, negotiate, reconcile change orders and post‑contract cost variances.
• Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency management, and commitment tracking.
• Implement robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management where applicable.
• Integrate cost with schedule and scope, working with project controls teams.
• Drive engineering priorities based on cost impact; lead value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.
• Monitor market trends (escalation, labor, material pricing) and provide timely insights.
• Serve as primary client interface, delivering service excellence and meeting objectives.
• Prepare executive‑level updates and respond to GC submissions with cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with internal Business Management Systems and delivery methodologies.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering a high‑performance, one‑business culture.
• Oversee financial management including margin tracking and monthly fee/resource forecasts.
• Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

Requirements

This position is onsite and requires regular visits to project sites on the south side of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The candidate must be comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a client‑facing environment, providing clear communication and leadership throughout the programme lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related field.
• 5–7+ years of cost management/project controls experience in mission‑critical environments.
• Construction consultancy background preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems and hyperscale data centre infrastructure.
• Expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, and Earned Value Management.
• Proven procurement and commercial contract management skills.
• RICS accreditation or progress toward certification advantageous.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard cost management tools and software.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance