Associate Director, Construction & Cost Leadership

Linesight; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 141,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Linesight is seeking an Associate Director to lead client relationships and drive cost management excellence. You will oversee strategic projects, negotiate contracts, and mentor a high-performing team to deliver exceptional client value.

The role emphasizes leadership, business development, and deep experience in data centre cost management. Interviews are conducted in person or virtually, with salary range listed as a guide.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction with cost management in data centres
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal
• Ability to lead and mentor teams and head client meetings
• Strong operational management in dynamic environments
• Experience building and maintaining client relationships

Responsibilities

• Act as the key account manager, developing client relationships based on partnership and trust
• Use business development skills to engage new clients and repeat projects
• Oversee key strategic client projects
• Apply cost management expertise to achieve project deliverables
• Negotiate contract terms and commercial agreements with clients and contractors
• Mentor and lead employees to drive performance and value delivery
• Lead the team to deliver impeccable quality and client value

Skills

Account management

Business development

Contract negotiations

Leadership

Communication

Client relationships

Team leadership

Education

Degree in cost management/quantity surveying

Chartered (RICS)

Job description

Linesight is seeking an Associate Director to lead client relationships and drive cost management excellence. You will oversee strategic projects, negotiate contracts, and mentor a high-performing team to deliver exceptional client value.

The role emphasizes leadership, business development, and deep experience in data centre cost management. Interviews are conducted in person or virtually, with salary range listed as a guide.