Senior construction cost manager (m/f/d)

Catchwork; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Senior Construction Cost Manager EMEA to lead the development and governance of end-to-end cost control frameworks across the region. You will define how we plan, track, and forecast budgets, commitments, and expenditures to ensure cost transparency throughout the project life cycle.

You will set standards for competitive project delivery, provide cost leadership across all EMEA data center projects, and collaborate with Design,

Qualifications

• Experience in construction cost management with budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve end-to-end construction cost control systems for visibility of project financial performance.

Skills

Construction cost management

Budgeting & forecasting

Cost control systems

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder collaboration

Leadership in meetings

Analytical problem solving

Cost leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Cost accounting software

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Hemel Hempstead

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Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

As our Senior Construction Cost Manager EMEA, you will lead the development and governance of our endâtoâend construction cost control frameworks across the region. You will define how we plan, track, and forecast budgets, commitments, and expenditures, ensuring full cost transparency and strong financial control throughout the project life cycle.

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

As our Senior Construction Cost Manager EMEA, you will lead the development and governance of our endâtoâend construction cost control frameworks across the region. You will define how we plan, track, and forecast budgets, commitments, and expenditures, ensuring full cost transparency and strong financial control throughout the project life cycle.

In this role, you will set the standards that enable competitive project delivery, create meaningful benchmarks, and support confident decisionâmaking at scale. You will provide cost leadership across all NTT GCDA data center projects in EMEA, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding project outcomes and enabling future growth.

What we are looking for

• Several years of experience in construction cost management, including responsibilities such as preâconstruction planning, cost management strategies, cost coding structures, commitments, spend and forecast processes, and reviewing contractor cost proposals on major engineering or construction projects
• Handsâon experience with construction cost accounting and financial management software
• A strong understanding of the full construction life cycle, from early preâdesign through construction and closeâout
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing robust cost control systems on largeâscale, complex construction projects
• Exceptional analytical and problemâsolving skills, going well beyond traditional estimating practices
• Confidence in leading and structuring meetings to establish and maintain strong project control processes
• A high level of professional integrity and confidentiality
• Strong proficiency across Microsoft tools, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and particularly advanced Excel for analysing large and complex data sets
• A collaborative team player who builds trust across diverse stakeholder groups

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience

What You Will Do

• Design, implement, and continuously evolve endâtoâend construction cost control systems to ensure consistent, reliable, and accurate visibility of project financial performance
• Lead earlyâstage project budgeting, develop comprehensive cost programs, establish reporting structures, and deliver robust forecasting models across the full project life cycle
• Transform complex financial and project data into clear, actionable insights using advanced Excel and Microsoft tools
• Deliver executiveâlevel and managementâlevel reporting, providing transparent and timely views of budgets, commitments, spend, and forecast positions
• Own and manage the cost coding structures, ensuring seamless integration between construction teams and financial systems
• Define, implement, and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project health, identify trends, and surface potential risks early
• Partner closely with Design, Engineering, Project Management, and Finance to align cost planning and maintain financial control throughout the project life cycle
• Collaborate with our suppliers and contractors to ensure accurate and consistent financial reporting, including commitments, spend, and forecasts
• Develop and maintain internal and external benchmarking programs to support dataâdriven decisionâmaking and continuous improvement
• Proactively manage project budgets and change impacts, from preâdesign through delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Identify financial risks and opportunities, assess their potential impact, and ensure they are appropriately reflected in forecasts
• Manage detailed project cost reports and provide regular updates on financial position in line with company governance requirements
• Own the forecasting and cashâflow analysis process, supporting shortâ and longâterm financial planning
• Review and validate supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and correct payment execution
• Ensure disciplined change management across projects, performing cost analysis and supporting audits when variances or issues arise

Who we are

As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.