Data Center Cost Manager

CUMMING GROUP; Edgerton (KS); On-site; USD 93,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cumming Group is seeking a Cost Manager for a data center construction project in the United States. The role involves estimating, budgeting, and cost reporting across the project lifecycle, with a focus on analytics and stakeholder collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in cost management or quantity surveying, with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Familiarity with data center projects is a plus; accreditation is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5+ years in cost management or QS.
• Experience with data center or mission-critical construction preferred.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, estimate, and manage costs across construction lifecycle.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Prepare subcontractor analyses and bid comparisons.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and cost risks.
• Support contract administration and change management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Client relationships

MRICS accreditation (preferred)

Education

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

Job description

Cumming Group is seeking a Cost Manager for a data center construction project in the United States. The role involves estimating, budgeting, and cost reporting across the project lifecycle, with a focus on analytics and stakeholder collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in cost management or quantity surveying, with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Familiarity with data center projects is a plus; accreditation is preferred but not required.