Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Da...

Turner & Townsend Plc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control and estimating for large-scale data center construction projects. This role requires a dynamic individual with excellent communication skills to engage with clients and contractors effectively. You will be responsible for estimating, negotiating change orders, and managing cost impacts throughout the project lifecycle. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and inclusivity, and take part in exciting projects that make a real difference in the construction sector. If you are passionate about cost management and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction cost management is essential.
• RICS accreditation or working towards it is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost control and estimating services for data center construction.
• Manage cost checks and valuations on larger projects.
• Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions.

Skills

Cost Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Quantity Surveying

Change Management

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Post-graduate Degree in Related Field

Job description

Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction (Anticipated Opening)

• Full-time

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 133 offices in 49 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to provide cost control and estimating services on our key technology client’s large-scale data center construction program. To be successful in this role you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role.

Responsibilities:

• Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
• Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor, in the development of the cost estimates.
• Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.
• Communicate or meet with general contractor and owner project manager to gather status information to prepare a cost estimate update.
• Prepare written comments to the general contractor’s submissions, including the executive summary.
• Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from NPA, subs, quantities from A/Es.
• Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
• Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues.
• Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
• Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
• Manage Cost impact / contingency management and commitment tracking logs.
• Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions with stakeholders.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Pre-Contract:

• Developing cost plans and estimates through the design phase, delivering updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
• Providing commercial input to design optioneering and input into value engineering exercises.
• Reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing and leading negotiations on behalf of the client to drive fair contract prices.

Post-Contract:

• Performing quantity surveying, cost controls and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed effectively.
• Ensuring that cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and that a robust process for cost validation is in place.
• Carrying out the production of monthly cost reports for presentation to the client.
• Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed in a timely manner.
• Compiling as built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience working in a construction cost management role.
• College and/or post-graduate degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
• RICS accredited or working towards.
• Experience of leading cost management on medium or large sized construction projects of medium to high complexity.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients' needs.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.