Data Center Quantity Surveyor – Cost, Contracts & Budgeting

Jacobs; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Deferred compensation plan

Executive Deferral Plan

Unlimited PPTO for full-time salaried

Seven paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Merit increases and performance bonus

Stock

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support a data center project in Saint Francisville, LA. You will manage all commercial and contractual aspects to keep costs within budget and maximize profitability.

Responsibilities include cost management, contract administration, measurement, project controls, procurement support, and risk management. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of surveying or cost management experience are required, along with strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of quantity surveying, construction cost management, or commercial project experience.
• Knowledge of engineering, construction, infrastructure, industrial, or manufacturing projects.
• Experience reviewing contracts, change orders, and project financials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and project cost management software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and project forecasts.
• Monitor project expenditures and ensure costs remain within approved budgets.
• Analyze project performance and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Track and report cost variances throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review, interpret, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and purchase agreements.
• Prepare and manage change orders, claims, and contract variations.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met by all project stakeholders.
• Support contract negotiations with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Measure and value completed work for progress payments.
• Validate subcontractor and supplier invoices against contractual requirements.
• Prepare applications for payment and final account settlements.
• Develop and maintain project cost reports and commercial dashboards.
• Provide regular financial updates to project leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist with risk assessments and forecasting activities.
• Support project audits and compliance reviews.
• Assist in procurement bid packages and tender documentation.
• Evaluate contractor and supplier bids for commercial suitability.
• Support procurement activities to achieve value and quality objectives.
• Maintain records of procurement and subcontract agreements.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost management

Negotiation

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project cost management software

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support a data center project in Saint Francisville, LA. You will manage all commercial and contractual aspects to keep costs within budget and maximize profitability.

Responsibilities include cost management, contract administration, measurement, project controls, procurement support, and risk management. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of surveying or cost management experience are required, along with strong analytical and negotiation skills.