Associate Director - Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

About the Role

• Lead end‑to‑end cost management for hyperscale data‑center programs across all project phases. • Develop and maintain detailed cost plans, estimates and forecasts using benchmarks and technical data. • Manage change control, review and negotiate change orders, and ensure commercial governance. • Oversee contractor pricing reviews, scope validation and procurement strategy development. • Integrate cost forecasts with project schedules in collaboration with scheduling teams. • Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries and financial updates to stakeholders. • Interface with clients, consultants and stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships throughout the project. • Conduct cost risk analysis, scenario planning and monitor market trends for pricing escalations. • Identify and implement cost‑optimization and value‑engineering strategies to reduce lifecycle costs. • Track performance against KPIs and deliver presentations to senior leadership. • Manage financial performance using internal systems and Business Management Systems (BMS). • Improve cost‑management processes, templates and tools; capture lessons learned. • Lead, mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a high‑performance collaborative culture. • Act as brand ambassador, develop market understanding and pursue cross‑selling opportunities. • Participate in proposal and RFP responses and attend networking events to expand market presence.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸cost management
• ▸cost planning
• ▸change control
• ▸pricing review
• ▸forecast integration
• ▸risk analysis

What You Bring

The firm is seeking an experienced Associate Director – Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to lead cost‑management services on a large‑scale, mission‑critical data‑center program. This client‑facing leadership role requires exceptional communication and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels while embedding Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values and vision. The position follows a hybrid work model with three days per week in the Seattle office and remote flexibility for the remaining days. • 8–12+ years of cost‑management or project‑controls experience on large‑scale, mission‑critical construction projects. • Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or related field; graduate degree preferred. • RICS accreditation or progress toward certification highly desirable. • Proven client‑facing consultancy experience and strong stakeholder management skills. • Expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, Earned Value Management and procurement strategies. • Proficiency with CostX, Oracle, Excel, Primavera or similar cost‑management tools.

Requirements

• ▸cost management
• ▸rics
• ▸costx
• ▸oracle
• ▸earned value
• ▸stakeholder management

Benefits

The role offers a base salary between $160,000 and $185,000 per year, reflecting experience and qualifications, and includes a competitive total compensation package. Turner & Townsend promotes a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion and supporting employees to succeed both at work and in life. • Hybrid schedule: three days on‑site in Seattle, remote flexibility for the remaining days. • Competitive base salary range of $160K‑$185K, reflecting experience and qualifications. • Supportive work‑life balance and flexible working environment.

Work Environment

Onsite