Turner & Townsend
Senior Cost Manager - Data Center Construction
Turner & Townsend, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Overview
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. We work with clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources to transform outcomes that improve people’s lives. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. Turner & Townsend is majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly skilled
Senior Cost Manager
(or
Quantity Surveyor ) to lead cost management on complex, mission-critical data center construction projects. This role is client-facing and central to ensuring financial success, cost efficiency, and alignment with project goals. You will oversee cost planning and control from concept design through final account, collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and clients to deliver high-value outcomes. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in estimating, procurement, and financial management, with a strong understanding of MEP systems and large-scale construction budgets. 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 standardization 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. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, where applicable. 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 centers, 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 toward 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. 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. For more information, visit www.turnerandtownsend.com/ All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our future projects: Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn. It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to agency fees. 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
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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. We work with clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources to transform outcomes that improve people’s lives. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. Turner & Townsend is majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly skilled
Senior Cost Manager
(or
Quantity Surveyor ) to lead cost management on complex, mission-critical data center construction projects. This role is client-facing and central to ensuring financial success, cost efficiency, and alignment with project goals. You will oversee cost planning and control from concept design through final account, collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and clients to deliver high-value outcomes. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in estimating, procurement, and financial management, with a strong understanding of MEP systems and large-scale construction budgets. 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 standardization 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. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, where applicable. 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 centers, 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 toward 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. 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. For more information, visit www.turnerandtownsend.com/ All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our future projects: Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn. It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to agency fees. 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
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