Hybrid Data Center Quantity Surveyor - Cost & Contracts

Jacobs; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Stock Purchase at Discount

Deferred Compensation Plan

Executive Deferral Plan

Unlimited PPTO

Seven Paid Holidays

Caregiver Leave

Job summary

Jacobs has an immediate opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to support our data center project in Saint Francisville, LA. The role focuses on cost management, procurement support, and contract administration within a complex project environment.

You will prepare estimates and budgets, monitor expenditures, and develop cost reports for leadership. A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience are required, with strong Excel skills and negotiation abilities.

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 the preparation of 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.
• Identify commercial, financial, and contractual risks.
• Recommend mitigation strategies to reduce project exposure.
• Assist in dispute resolution and claims management when required.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management/Civil Engineering/Engineering Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project cost management software

Job description

Jacobs has an immediate opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to support our data center project in Saint Francisville, LA. The role focuses on cost management, procurement support, and contract administration within a complex project environment.

You will prepare estimates and budgets, monitor expenditures, and develop cost reports for leadership. A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience are required, with strong Excel skills and negotiation abilities.