Data Center Cost & Budget Lead

Insight Global

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Data Center Cost Manager to oversee the financial performance of data center construction, infrastructure, and operations, ensuring projects stay within approved budgets while aligning with schedule and quality goals.

You will partner with Construction, Operations, Procurement, Finance, Engineering, and Vendors to drive cost predictability and financial risk mitigation across the portfolio, influencing cross-functional stakeholders.

Qualifications

5+ years of cost management, project controls, finance, construction, or data center operations.
Experience managing multi-million-dollar project budgets.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, cost forecasting, financial modeling, and reporting tools.
Strong understanding of project budgeting, contract administration, and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

Oversee the financial performance of data center construction, infrastructure, and operational programs to ensure budgets align with schedules and goals.
Partner with Construction, Operations, Procurement, Finance, Engineering, and Vendor teams to drive cost predictability and risk mitigation.
Influence cross-functional stakeholders and lead financial discussions to support portfolio planning.