Cost Manager - Data Center Construction Projects

Turner & Townsend; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 35.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company focused on technical project delivery is seeking experienced Quantity Surveyors/Cost Managers in Madrid. The role involves driving projects, managing cost estimates, and leading teams, particularly in the data centers sector. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills and technical knowledge in cost management.

Formación

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in preparing cost estimates.
• Experience in data centers and high-tech sectors preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge in all cost management areas.

Responsabilidades

• Provide estimates and cost planning, including final cost plans.
• Manage procurement processes and final account negotiations.
• Produce monthly cost reports and present to clients.

Conocimientos

Cost Estimation

Project Management

Value Engineering

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend, we’re passionate about making a difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people realize their potential, and contributing to a prosperous society. Every day, we assist our major global clients in delivering ambitious and highly technical projects across over 110 offices worldwide.

Turner & Townsend is engaged to support our clients with many complex projects, responsible for all aspects of cost management and project delivery. We are seeking Quantity Surveyors/Cost Managers to act as the day-to-day interface with our clients, driving projects to achieve excellent outcomes.

We are looking for Quantity Surveyors with experience in CSA and/or MEP Cost Management, particularly those who have worked on major construction projects in the Data Centers sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide estimates and cost planning, including producing and presenting the final cost plan.
• Estimate at conceptual, programming, and detailed levels.
• Assist in feasibility studies and prepare procurement reports.
• Manage all aspects of procurement, including pre-qualification, bid analysis, bid reporting, and contractual documentation.
• Participate in post-contract cost variances and change control processes, referring major changes to the line manager.
• Manage cost checks and valuations on larger projects, ensuring timely and accurate processes.
• Produce monthly post-contract cost reports and present findings to clients.
• Contribute to value engineering, negotiate, and approve final accounts.
• Maintain liaison with clients and other consultants at all project stages.
• Provide leadership to the cost management team when necessary, ensuring all accountabilities are met.
• Identify opportunities for new business with existing clients and report to the line manager, utilizing the marketing database.
• Suggest improvements for cost management procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to the line manager.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in preparing cost estimates.
• Experience in data centers and high-tech sectors is preferred.
• Spanish language skills are advantageous.
• Strong technical knowledge in all cost management areas: pre-contract, post-contract, and final account.
• Good understanding of mechanical, process, electrical, and plumbing systems related to construction projects.
• Understanding of civil, structural, and architectural aspects of construction.
• Experience leading cost management on medium to large, complex construction projects.
• Experience advising clients on value management, value engineering, and lifecycle costing.
• Excellent presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and work well in a team.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great workplace where everyone has the opportunity and voice to make a difference.

We support our employees to succeed both professionally and personally by promoting a healthy, productive, and flexible work environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Learn more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com

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