Turner & Townsend
Become the leading global provider of professional services to the natural resources, infrastructure and property markets.
Manage cost control and commercial activities for large data center construction
2 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Maiden, North Carolina, United States
Onsite
Company Size
+12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Consulting
Construction Management
and more..
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Buildings
Infrastructure
Role
Description
cost control
cost forecasting
change orders
procurement
cost reporting
risk analysis
- Manage cost control for multi-phase data center construction projects.
- Develop and maintain cost plans, estimates, budgets, and cash‑flow forecasts.
- Monitor cost performance, track actuals versus forecasts, and report variances.
- Review and validate change orders and payment applications for compliance.
- Support procurement strategies, bid analysis, vendor pre‑qualification, and contractor negotiations.
- Prepare and present cost reports, forecasts, and executive‑level dashboards.
- Track contingencies, commitments, and cost impacts; contribute to value‑engineering initiatives.
- Conduct risk analysis and maintain commercial risk registers.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and participate in governance meetings.
- Implement and improve cost‑management tools, templates, and reporting standards.
- Manage final accounting, post‑contract audits, and lessons‑learned reviews.
- Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.
Requirements
bachelor's
cost management
rics
excel
procurement
stakeholder management
The firm is hiring an experienced Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor to act as the day-to-day client interface on a large-scale, mission-critical data centre program. The role is responsible for ensuring the project stays on schedule, within budget and meets the highest quality standards, with a strong focus on governance, commercial rigor and stakeholder engagement. The position requires a client-facing attitude, clear communication, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and it offers a hybrid schedule of three onsite days in Maiden, NC and two remote days per week.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related field (master’s preferred).
- 3–6 years of cost management or project controls experience in construction, preferably data centers or high‑tech.
- Experience in construction consultancy.
- Strong knowledge of cost management processes, change order review, cash‑flow forecasting and reporting.
- Familiarity with procurement strategies, contract commercial management and value engineering.
- RICS accreditation or progress toward certification (preferred).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and MEP specifications for cost analysis.
- Proficiency with cost‑management software and advanced Excel/data analysis.
- Excellent communication, organization and stakeholder‑management skills.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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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.