Cost Lead - Data Center Projects & Cost Optimization

Fluidstack; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement or pension plan

Generous PTO policy

Job summary

A tech-driven company in Austin, Texas is seeking a Cost Lead to manage cost across its data center portfolio. The role involves developing detailed cost estimates, maintaining budgets, and ensuring projects stay on track financially. Candidates should have experience in cost management, particularly in data center or critical construction environments. The base salary ranges from $160,000 to $250,000 per year, complemented by a competitive total compensation package including equity options.

Qualifications

• Experience with cost management and construction estimating.
• Hands-on experience in data center construction.
• Deep understanding of cost factors in data center projects.

Responsibilities

• Own cost planning across project phases.
• Develop detailed estimates for construction.
• Maintain real-time cost forecasts across projects.
• Prepare executive-level cost reports.

Skills

Cost management

Construction estimating

Project management

Quantity surveying

Data center construction

Education

Degree in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Sage

Job description

A tech-driven company in Austin, Texas is seeking a Cost Lead to manage cost across its data center portfolio. The role involves developing detailed cost estimates, maintaining budgets, and ensuring projects stay on track financially. Candidates should have experience in cost management, particularly in data center or critical construction environments. The base salary ranges from $160,000 to $250,000 per year, complemented by a competitive total compensation package including equity options.