Turner & Townsend
Become the leading global provider of professional services to the natural resources, infrastructure and property markets.
Lead cost management for multi-phase data center construction program
2 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Conesville, Ohio, United States
Onsite
Company Size
+12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Consulting
Construction Management
and more..
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Buildings
Infrastructure
Role
Description
cost management
quantity surveying
value engineering
cost modeling
executive reporting
tool enhancement
- Provide strategic leadership for cost management across multi-phase data center programs, ensuring governance, compliance, and alignment with organizational standards.
- Develop and implement cost strategies, frameworks, and reporting structures for multi-billion-dollar budgets, including early-stage budgeting, detailed cost planning, procurement strategy, and risk mitigation.
- Act as the primary client interface, maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and consultants throughout all project stages.
- Advise senior stakeholders on commercial strategy, procurement models, and contract negotiations for complex packages involving energy infrastructure and sustainability initiatives.
- Oversee full lifecycle cost management activities, including quantity surveying, cost controls, change management, and contingency tracking across multiple packages and phases.
- Lead executive-level reporting, presenting cost performance, forecasts, and risk assessments to leadership teams.
- Drive value engineering and design optimization initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising performance.
- Mentor and develop cost management teams, ensuring capability growth, succession planning, and staff performance reviews.
- Contribute to the enhancement of internal cost management tools, templates, and processes for continuous improvement and best practice implementation.
- Manage financial performance, including margin tracking, fee/resource forecasts, and compliance with internal Business Management Systems (BMS).
- Support preconstruction activities, feasibility studies, and early-stage cost modeling for future phases.
- Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, contractors, and vendors, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities for business growth and cross-selling.
Requirements
rics
cost management
leadership
10+ years
construction
analytical
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in cost management or project controls, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience managing large-scale, mission-critical construction programs (e.g., hyperscale data centers, energy infrastructure, industrial).
- Expertise in cost planning, budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control systems at program level.
- Strong knowledge of procurement strategies, commercial management, and construction contracts, including change management and risk allocation.
- RICS accreditation or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in industry-standard tools and software for cost management.
- Familiarity with MEP systems and complex building services is beneficial.
- Ability to manage multiple phases and packages concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with value engineering and design optimization techniques.
- Knowledge of energy infrastructure, carbon capture technologies, and sustainability considerations is a plus.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1946 Established
Year Founded
Marks the beginning of the company's operations.
£1.2B Turnover
Global Turnover in 2023
Significant financial growth compared to the previous year.
64% Real Estate
Revenue Breakdown
The majority share of revenue comes from the real estate sector.
37% Net Revenue
Net Revenue Growth
Net revenue increased significantly in 2023.
- Operates across various sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources, providing comprehensive services such as construction consultancy, asset and facilities management, and environmental consultancy.
- Expertise spans advisory, cost and commercial management, digital solutions, and program management, enabling them to handle complex capital projects and drive transformative change for their clients.
- With over 10,000 employees in 48 countries, the company leverages local knowledge and global expertise to deliver tailored solutions for each project.
Culture + Values
89%
Employee Pride
A strong majority of employees feel proud to be part of the organization.
7.9/10
Employee Engagement
Reflects a solid level of engagement among employees, based on internal surveys.
- Loves a challenge: Tackles complex projects and overcomes challenges.
- Stronger together: Teamwork and collaboration drive exceptional results.
- Bring out the best: Develops and empowers employees to reach their full potential.
Environment + Sustainability
90% GHG Reduction
Net-Zero Commitment
Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040 as part of their net-zero strategy.
80% Supply Chain Emissions
Sustainability Focus
80% of their emissions come from the supply chain, targeting a 170,643 tCO2E reduction by 2030.
170k+ CO2 Reduction
Ambitious Climate Target
Seeks to reduce 170,643 tCO2E from the supply chain by 2030.
2017 Global Compact Member
Sustainable Development Leader
Joined the United Nations Global Compact in 2017, aligning with sustainable development goals.
- Uses the TCFD framework to manage climate risks and opportunities.
- Sustainability is embedded into major projects and programs.
- Focuses on making assets resilient to climate change through sustainable procurement strategies.
- Aligns environmental policy with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
- Strives for transparency in measuring and monitoring performance.
- Provides ESG services to help clients achieve net-zero.
Inclusion & Diversity
33.7% Female
Global Representation
The company has 33.7% female colleagues globally.
8.6 Global Score
Acceptance Factor
Employees rate acceptance of all backgrounds at 8.6/10 globally.
40% Target by 2025
Gender Diversity Goal
Aim to achieve 40% female representation globally by 2025.
81% Survey Rate
Engagement Feedback
81% of employees participate in quarterly inclusion surveys.
- An environment where diverse perspectives are acknowledged and celebrated, enabling individuals from various backgrounds to thrive.
- A comprehensive diversity and inclusion roadmap was initiated in 2018.
- A diversity base-lining initiative was implemented to better understand workforce makeup and identify areas for improvement.
- Diverse perspectives are seen as crucial for driving innovative and creative solutions to transform performance in a green, inclusive, and productive world.
- Reverse mentoring programs facilitates discussions between employee network groups and senior management to address inclusivity barriers.
- Quarterly anonymous employee engagement surveys gather feedback on engagement drivers, including D&I.
- A supplier diversity program encourages the use of diverse firms, including minority-owned, women-owned, and other underrepresented businesses, promoting vendor competition, competitive advantage, and positive economic impact on local communities.