Senior Cost Manager, Data Center Projects

Turnertownsend; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Townsend in Tysons, VA is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to act as the key client interface for a major data centre portfolio in Northern Virginia. You will lead cost planning, prepare final cost plans, review estimates with design teams and contractors, and mentor junior staff while ensuring accurate cost reporting across multi-phase programs.

The role requires excellent communication, strong negotiation skills, and experience with cost control, VE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in cost management or quantity surveying on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience with data centre or mission-critical projects preferred.
• Proven ability to lead cost control, change management, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Provide cost planning and produce final cost plans.
• Review and collaborate on cost estimates with design teams and contractors.
• Reconcile changes and validate contractor data for accuracy.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to prepare cost estimate updates.
• Prepare written reports and executive summaries on contractor submissions.
• Consolidate cost data from suppliers and subs and inform design decisions by cost impact.
• Manage cost checks, valuations, and reporting across large-scale projects.
• Lead value engineering sessions and contribute to design optioneering.
• Review contractor pricing and lead negotiations for fair value.

Skills

Cost management

Quantity surveying

Commercial management

Client communication

Negotiation

Project cost reporting

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Engineering degree

Tools

Cost management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner Townsend in Tysons, VA is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to act as the key client interface for a major data centre portfolio in Northern Virginia. You will lead cost planning, prepare final cost plans, review estimates with design teams and contractors, and mentor junior staff while ensuring accurate cost reporting across multi-phase programs.

The role requires excellent communication, strong negotiation skills, and experience with cost control, VE