Turner & Townsend
Senior Cost Manager - Data Center Construction
Turner & Townsend, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Senior Cost Manager – Data Center Construction
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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives.
Job Description Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cost Manager (or Quantity Surveyor) to lead cost management efforts on complex, mission‑critical data centre construction projects. This role is client‑facing and central to ensuring financial success, cost efficiency, and alignment with strategic project goals.
Responsibilities
Lead cost management across all project phases, ensuring alignment with scope, budget and schedule.
Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates, leveraging industry benchmarks and technical documentation.
Manage change control processes, including review and negotiation of change orders and post‑contract cost variances.
Collaborate with design teams, general contractors and vendors to validate cost estimates and perform quantity surveying.
Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries and financial updates to stakeholders.
Oversee contractor and subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation and procurement strategy development.
Drive continuous improvement in cost management practices, supporting standardisation and best‑in‑class delivery.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to a high‑performance, collaborative team culture.
Ensure compliance with internal financial systems, regulatory requirements and SOX controls where applicable.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors and project teams to support successful project delivery.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related field.
5–7+ years of experience in cost management or project controls, ideally within large‑scale, mission‑critical environments (e.g. data centres, high‑tech, industrial).
Proven experience in construction consultancy is preferred.
Strong background in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems and Earned Value Management (EVM).
Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts.
RICS accreditation or progress towards certification is advantageous.
Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
Proficiency in industry‑standard cost management tools and software.
Additional Information
On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client’s needs.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Project Management, Consulting and Engineering
Industries Construction, Civil Engineering and Business Consulting and Services
Equal Opportunity Employer Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Privacy and Recruitment Policy All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
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Senior Cost Manager – Data Center Construction
role at
Turner & Townsend
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives.
Job Description Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cost Manager (or Quantity Surveyor) to lead cost management efforts on complex, mission‑critical data centre construction projects. This role is client‑facing and central to ensuring financial success, cost efficiency, and alignment with strategic project goals.
Responsibilities
Lead cost management across all project phases, ensuring alignment with scope, budget and schedule.
Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates, leveraging industry benchmarks and technical documentation.
Manage change control processes, including review and negotiation of change orders and post‑contract cost variances.
Collaborate with design teams, general contractors and vendors to validate cost estimates and perform quantity surveying.
Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries and financial updates to stakeholders.
Oversee contractor and subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation and procurement strategy development.
Drive continuous improvement in cost management practices, supporting standardisation and best‑in‑class delivery.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to a high‑performance, collaborative team culture.
Ensure compliance with internal financial systems, regulatory requirements and SOX controls where applicable.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors and project teams to support successful project delivery.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related field.
5–7+ years of experience in cost management or project controls, ideally within large‑scale, mission‑critical environments (e.g. data centres, high‑tech, industrial).
Proven experience in construction consultancy is preferred.
Strong background in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems and Earned Value Management (EVM).
Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts.
RICS accreditation or progress towards certification is advantageous.
Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
Proficiency in industry‑standard cost management tools and software.
Additional Information
On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client’s needs.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Project Management, Consulting and Engineering
Industries Construction, Civil Engineering and Business Consulting and Services
Equal Opportunity Employer Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Privacy and Recruitment Policy All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
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