Cost & Contracts Manager — Data Centre Projects (APAC)

Nxera; Singapore; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Nxera in Singapore is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to lead regional cost planning and control across data centre developments. You will establish benchmarks, KPIs and reporting, and drive cost governance across multiple projects.

The role requires 10+ years in cost and contracts, regional exposure in data centres or large infrastructure, and strong leadership. Expect active collaboration with procurement, legal, and finance, plus 25–30% travel to site locations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in cost and contracts management, with regional exposure in data centre or large-scale infrastructure.
• Proven leadership in managing cost teams and consultants.
• Strong understanding of construction for structure, civil, architecture and MEP systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders across multiple countries and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Support and report to Senior Cost Manager in developing regional cost planning and control strategies across multiple data centre developments.
• Support regional development build costs.
• Establish and maintain cost benchmarks, KPIs and reporting frameworks.
• Contribute to business development, feasibility studies and cost analyses for regional data centre opportunities.
• Collaborate with Regional Project Directors to develop procurement and contracting strategies.
• Act as the primary cost management advisor to senior leadership, providing cost insights and risk assessments.
• Drive consistency in commercial governance, reporting standards, and cost management practices.
• Partner with Finance and PMO on cash flow forecasting, budget management, and accruals.
• Assist with drafting and documentation for LOA and construction contracts (EPC, design and build).
• Support contract negotiations and commercial terms review for major trades.
• Mentor local Cost Managers and QSs; oversee cost modelling and forecasting for modular design.
• Lead forensic cost reviews and post-incident financial analysis when required.
• Willing to travel approx. 25-30% per month to project sites.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Excel

Cost management tools

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics

Tools

Regional cost databases

Benchmarking

Job description

Nxera in Singapore is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to lead regional cost planning and control across data centre developments. You will establish benchmarks, KPIs and reporting, and drive cost governance across multiple projects.

The role requires 10+ years in cost and contracts, regional exposure in data centres or large infrastructure, and strong leadership. Expect active collaboration with procurement, legal, and finance, plus 25–30% travel to site locations.