Associate Director, Cost Management - Data Centers

Towards AI, Inc.; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Turner & Townsend in Madrid is seeking an Associate Director of Cost Management for data centers to lead cost teams and deliver client-focused outcomes across the project lifecycle. You will guide cost planning, estimates, and procurement strategies to ensure projects meet budget and schedule targets.

Responsibilities include producing cost estimates, managing procurement, overseeing tender analysis, controlling post-contract variances, and delivering monthly cost reports with payment

Formación

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in cost management, including planning, estimating, and contract management.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead cost management professionals within larger teams to deliver project outcomes for data center clients.
• Produce and present cost estimates and manage procurement processes.
• Oversee tender analysis and post-contract cost variances and change control.
• Produce monthly cost reports and provide payment recommendations.

Conocimientos

Cost management

Client interface

Procurement

Tender analysis

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor's degree or higher in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Herramientas

Digital cost management tools

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

# Associate Director, Cost Management - Data Centers## Turner & TownsendPublished 16 Jul 2026### Share this jobMadrid, SpainFull Time## Role Highlights### Languages used### Key skillsSocial MediaBusiness DevelopmentInfrastructureDataSearch### Tools, Libraries and FrameworksMS Office## DescriptionThe role involves leading cost management professionals within larger teams to deliver successful project outcomes for clients in the data center sector. The individual will interface with clients, stakeholders, and consultants throughout all project stages. Responsibilities include producing and presenting cost estimates, managing procurement processes, and overseeing tender analysis. The position requires managing post-contract cost variances and change control processes. Additionally, the role involves producing monthly cost reports and conducting payment recommendations.## Required Qualifications and SkillsCandidates must hold a degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A minimum of 8 years of experience in cost management is required, specifically covering planning, estimating, and contract management. Proficiency in English is mandatory, while Spanish language skills are preferred. Applicants must demonstrate strong communication and presentation abilities alongside a working knowledge of MS Office and digital cost management tools.