Senior Cost Manager for Data Center Projects

Turner & Townsend; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Phoenix is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to support cost management on a large-scale mission-critical data center program. This client-facing role will lead estimating, procurement, cost control, change management, and commercial management from preconstruction through project completion.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication and stakeholder management, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of cost management, quantity surveying, or commercial management experience in construction.
• Experience leading cost management on large, complex projects including procurement, change management, and client reporting.
• RICS accreditation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on procurement and commercial strategies; lead vendor prequalification and bid processes.
• Develop and present cost plans and estimates; review junior work and highlight value engineering opportunities.
• Lead cost reporting, including budgets, forecasts, and risk registers.
• Manage cost control and change management, including payment apps and change orders.
• Mentor junior cost management professionals and coordinate benchmarking data.

Skills

Estimating

Cost planning

Procurement

Change management

Project controls

Leadership

Client-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/cost management/quantity surveying/engineering

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Phoenix is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to support cost management on a large-scale mission-critical data center program. This client-facing role will lead estimating, procurement, cost control, change management, and commercial management from preconstruction through project completion.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication and stakeholder management, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional