Senior Construction Cost Control Manager

QTS Realty Trust; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Volunteer days

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Military leave assistance

Wellness program

Scholarship for dependents

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is seeking an experienced Construction/Project Manager to oversee contract compliance, buyout savings, and change management across multiple projects in Illinois. You will verify pay applications, manage budgets, and coordinate with capital teams to ensure timely, accurate reporting.

The role requires seven plus years in construction or PM, a degree in a related field, and strong leadership with travel up to 75%. Proficiency in Workday/Procore or similar systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, financing, or accounting; or relevant professional experience.
• Advanced knowledge in construction contract documents and change management.
• Proficiency in financial and project management software such as Workday, e-Builder, Procore, or Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Ability to lead, mentor others, and travel up to 75% of the time.
• Seven+ years of experience in construction or project management.

Responsibilities

• Review contract documents to ensure compliance with contract and laws.
• Evaluate RTA to subcontractors and provide recommendations for review.
• Monitor buyout savings and align schedule of values with contracts.
• Verify monthly pay applications and reconcile project budget as needed.
• Initiate purchase orders and ensure invoices meet terms.
• Gather monthly cash flow projections and reconcile with actuals for stakeholders.
• Assess change order events and maintain a log with estimated costs.
• Manage change order approvals per the delegation of authority and involve legal as needed.
• Assist with monthly loan draw process and collect required documentation.
• Lead weekly/biweekly meetings with external PMs, internal teams, and consultants to review status.
• Ensure timely reviews and coordinate with third-party cost auditing teams.
• Mentor and develop Cost Engineers within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Travel up to 75%

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, financing, or accounting

Tools

Workday

e-Builder

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

QTS Data Centers is seeking an experienced Construction/Project Manager to oversee contract compliance, buyout savings, and change management across multiple projects in Illinois. You will verify pay applications, manage budgets, and coordinate with capital teams to ensure timely, accurate reporting.

The role requires seven plus years in construction or PM, a degree in a related field, and strong leadership with travel up to 75%. Proficiency in Workday/Procore or similar systems is essential.