Cost Manager – Data Center Programs

Turner & Townsend; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to support a major multi-phase data center construction program. The development includes a large multi-building campus currently under construction, with phased delivery extending over several years.

This role will support cost planning, reporting, change control, and commercial coordination across a complex, fast-moving site. You will work closely with client stakeholders, contractors, and the internal project team to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of cost management, quantity surveying, or project controls experience.
• Experience supporting medium‑ to large‑scale construction programs; data center experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of civil, structural, and MEP concepts.
• Proficiency in budgeting, cost reporting, cost control, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Support cost plans, budgets, and estimates for the data center program.
• Assist in monthly cost reporting, forecasting, and executive summaries.
• Gather, verify, and validate cost data from designers, contractors, and vendors.
• Maintain cost records, benchmarks, and databases for improvement.
• Support procurement activities, including takeoffs, pricing reviews, and scope comparisons.
• Assist with final accounts and commercial closeout.

Skills

Cost management

Quantity surveying

Project controls

Budgeting

Cost reporting

Forecasting

Change management

Procurement

Contract administration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cost management software

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to support a major multi-phase data center construction program. The development includes a large multi-building campus currently under construction, with phased delivery extending over several years.

This role will support cost planning, reporting, change control, and commercial coordination across a complex, fast-moving site. You will work closely with client stakeholders, contractors, and the internal project team to