CSA Cost Manager for Data Centre Projects

Turner & Townsend; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a CSA Cost Manager to deliver full lifecycle cost management for CSA packages on a large-scale data centre development. The role focuses on cost certainty, commercial control, and value optimization across base-build works, coordinating with project teams, consultants, and contractors.

Responsibilities include preparing cost plans, tender documentation, and cost reporting, while managing risk and ensuring alignment with budgets and governance in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of cost management experience with CSA/structural and architectural works.
• Demonstrated experience in cost consultancy environments.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Exposure to fast‑track and high‑pressure delivery environments.
• Solid knowledge of CSA construction methods, sequencing, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage cost estimates, feasibility studies, and detailed cost plans for CSA works.
• Provide cost advice during design development on structural systems, construction methods, and architectural elements.
• Benchmark costs and identify value engineering opportunities to optimise project outcomes.
• Prepare tender documentation and commercial deliverables for CSA trade packages.
• Manage tender processes including pre‑qualification, tender analysis, evaluation, and recommendations.
• Manage change control processes, including variation assessments and cost impact analysis.
• Review and certify contractor progress payments.
• Monitor cost performance and maintain forecasts and records.
• Support final account negotiation and project close‑out.
• Prepare regular cost reports, forecasts, and financial updates.
• Identify cost risks, trends, and mitigation measures.

Skills

Cost management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

CSA construction methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

Cost Management

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a CSA Cost Manager to deliver full lifecycle cost management for CSA packages on a large-scale data centre development. The role focuses on cost certainty, commercial control, and value optimization across base-build works, coordinating with project teams, consultants, and contractors.

Responsibilities include preparing cost plans, tender documentation, and cost reporting, while managing risk and ensuring alignment with budgets and governance in a fast-paced,