Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

About the Role

• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout construction lifecycle. • Produce and present final cost plans. • Review cost estimates with design team and general contractor. • Reconcile changes and verify contractor data accuracy. • Gather status information from contractor and owner PM to update cost estimates. • Prepare written comments and executive summaries on contractor submissions. • Coordinate cost information from suppliers, subcontractors, and architects. • Drive engineering priorities based on cost impact. • Resolve scheduling issues proactively with minimal supervision. • Manage cost checks and valuations on large projects. • Participate in post‑contract cost variance analysis and change control. • Manage cost impact, contingency, and commitment tracking logs. • Prepare funding presentations and facilitate value‑engineering sessions. • Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸cost plans
• ▸cost review
• ▸data reconciliation
• ▸cost coordination
• ▸cost valuations
• ▸variance analysis

What You Bring

The company is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor to deliver commercial management, cost control and estimating services for a global technology client’s massive data‑center construction programme. The role requires strong communication skills and comfort in a client‑facing capacity, as the successful candidate will work closely with the design team, general contractor and owner project manager. • 6+ years in cost management/quantity surveying on large‑scale data centers. • Strong post‑contract and change order management experience. • Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • PQS or MRICS accreditation (preferred). • Proficiency with cost management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Sage). • In‑depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, and risk management. • Understanding of data‑center design, MEP systems, and structural elements. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

• ▸6+ years
• ▸cost management
• ▸pqs
• ▸procore
• ▸data‑center
• ▸negotiation

Benefits

This on‑site position offers a hybrid work option after establishing a partnership with the client, a salary range of $140,000‑$160,000 depending on experience, and a supportive environment that values work‑life balance, flexibility and employee wellbeing. Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace. • Salary range: $140,000‑$160,000 (experience dependent). • On‑site role with hybrid option after establishing client partnership.

Work Environment

Onsite