Data Center Cost Lead for Hyperscale Campus

Turner & Townsend; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is looking for a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor in Milwaukee to support a major data centre development program. This role involves cost estimation, negotiation, and management for large, multi-building construction projects. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and 5-7 years of experience in construction cost management. Excellent communication skills and understanding of cost drivers are essential, with a focus on maintaining high-quality service delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in construction cost management.
• Experience supporting complex, multi-building construction programmes.
• Strong understanding of cost drivers and commercial frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Produce and present final cost plans.
• Review cost estimates with design teams and contractors.

Skills

Cost management

Estimating and negotiating

Communication skills

Cost control

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or a related field

Job description

Turner & Townsend is looking for a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor in Milwaukee to support a major data centre development program. This role involves cost estimation, negotiation, and management for large, multi-building construction projects. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and 5-7 years of experience in construction cost management. Excellent communication skills and understanding of cost drivers are essential, with a focus on maintaining high-quality service delivery throughout the project lifecycle.