Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Construction

Description

• Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates throughout 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 to achieve fair contract prices.
• 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 closely with project controls and scheduling teams.
• Drive engineering priorities based on cost impact; lead value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Monitor market trends (escalation, labour, material pricing) and provide timely insights.
• Serve as primary client interface, delivering service excellence and executive‑level updates.
• Ensure compliance with internal Business Management Systems and delivery methodologies.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering a high‑performance culture.
• Oversee financial management, margin tracking, and monthly fee/resource forecasts.
• Adhere to SOX control responsibilities as applicable.

Requirements

The company is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to act as the primary client interface on a large‑scale, mission‑critical data centre programme. This role ensures the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, emphasizing governance, commercial rigor, and stakeholder engagement while providing leadership, embedding Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values, and vision.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related field.
• 5–7+ years experience in cost management/project controls on mission‑critical or high‑tech projects.
• Construction consultancy experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, resilience requirements, and hyperscale data‑center 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, stakeholder management and analytical abilities.
• High attention to detail and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard cost management software.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance