Construction Budget & Change Leader

QTS Realty Trust; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus eligible

Generous PTO and volunteer days

Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays & holiday pay

Insurance (Pet & Legal)

Sabbatical program

Anniversary service award

Parental leave

Military benefits package

Scholarship for dependents

Crisis fund

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

QTS Data Centers in Georgia is seeking a Cost Control Manager to oversee construction budgets from inception to completion, ensuring cost discipline and alignment with contract documents. You will collaborate with project teams, vendors, and finance to optimize spend.

Ideal candidate has deep knowledge of change management, strong analytical skills, and 7+ years in construction or project management. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to lead cost-engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM/financing/accounting or relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge of construction documents and change management.
• Proficient in financial and project management software such as Workday, e-Builder, Procore and ACC.
• 7+ years of experience in construction or project management.
• Ability to lead and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Review construction contracts for compliance with terms and laws.
• Evaluate RTA to subcontractors and monitor buyout savings.
• Reconcile monthly pay apps with budget and inform teams.
• Initiate purchase orders and ensure invoice terms are met.
• Obtain detailed cash flow projections and share with finance and investment teams.
• Assess change orders and substantiate recommendations to management.
• Maintain log of potential changes and manage approvals with legal input.
• Support monthly loan draw processes as required.
• Lead weekly/biweekly meetings with external CM and internal teams.
• Oversee third-party cost auditing teams and mentor Cost Engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management/financing/accounting

Tools

Workday

e-Builder

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

QTS Data Centers in Georgia is seeking a Cost Control Manager to oversee construction budgets from inception to completion, ensuring cost discipline and alignment with contract documents. You will collaborate with project teams, vendors, and finance to optimize spend.

Ideal candidate has deep knowledge of change management, strong analytical skills, and 7+ years in construction or project management. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to lead cost-engineering