Data Center Cost Lead — Senior Quantity Surveyor

Turner-; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend seeks an experienced Senior Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to support a global technology client on large-scale data center construction projects. This role serves as a key day-to-day client interface, ensuring financial objectives through proactive cost control, forecasting, cash flow management, pay applications, and change management throughout the project lifecycle.

On-site presence is required Monday through Friday in Rayville, LA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, or project controls supporting large-scale construction projects.
• Strong experience in cost control, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Experience leading cost management activities on medium to large construction projects.
• Experience reviewing contractor estimates, change orders, pay applications, valuations, and final accounts.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement, contract administration, and commercial management.
• Advanced knowledge of cost control systems, financial forecasting tools, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders in a client-facing environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams in a fast-paced project environment.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying issues and driving solutions.
• Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience supporting data center, mission-critical, industrial, or similar large-scale infrastructure projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and evaluate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, cash flow reports, and cost control systems.
• Monitor and control project costs to ensure alignment with approved budgets and client objectives.
• Track project commitments, expenditures, accruals, and forecasts, providing accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and financial updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Review and participate with design teams and contractors in the development and validation of project cost estimates.
• Reconcile cost changes and ensure contractor cost data remains accurate and properly documented.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and client representatives to gather information required for cost reporting and forecasting.
• Review contractor and subcontractor pricing, change requests, and commercial submissions.
• Provide commercial and cost management input during design development, value engineering, and procurement activities.
• Manage cost impact assessments, contingency tracking, commitment logs, and change management processes.
• Maintain project change logs and ensure cost implications of changes are understood, documented, and communicated.
• Prepare, review, and track pay applications and support invoice validation processes.
• Coordinate with finance teams to manage cash flow forecasting and monitor actual performance against projections.
• Assist with procurement activities, contract administration, and commercial negotiations.
• Monitor project performance, identify cost risks and opportunities, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage cost checks, valuations, and financial validation processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the preparation and negotiation of final accounts.
• Compile and maintain benchmarking data, cost histories, and project financial records.
• Represent Turner & Townsend in client meetings, providing expertise and recommendations on cost control and financial performance.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams while promoting best practices in cost management and project controls.
• Identify, coach, and mentor team members to support professional growth and project success.
• Utilize internal systems to manage project financial performance, resource planning, and reporting requirements.
• Implement and maintain Turner & Townsend delivery methodologies, business systems, and cost management best practices.
• Display excellence in leadership and service delivery aligned with Turner & Townsend's values and culture.
• Be a role model who promotes collaboration, accountability, and exceptional client outcomes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field

Job description

Turner & Townsend seeks an experienced Senior Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to support a global technology client on large-scale data center construction projects. This role serves as a key day-to-day client interface, ensuring financial objectives through proactive cost control, forecasting, cash flow management, pay applications, and change management throughout the project lifecycle.

On-site presence is required Monday through Friday in Rayville, LA.