Senior Cost Manager & QS - Data Center Projects (Onsite LA)

Turner & Townsend; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in the United States is seeking a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control on data center construction projects. You will manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and change control while acting as a key client interface.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in cost management for large-scale infrastructure, strong analytical skills, and proven ability to collaborate with design teams, contractors, and clients in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, or project controls supporting large-scale construction projects.
• Strong experience in cost control, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Experience leading cost management activities on medium to large construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement, contract administration, and commercial management.
• Advanced knowledge of cost control systems, financial forecasting tools, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and evaluate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, cash flow reports, and cost control systems.
• Monitor and control project costs to ensure alignment with approved budgets and client objectives.
• Track project commitments, expenditures, accruals, and forecasts, providing accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and financial updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Review and participate with design teams and contractors in the development and validation of project cost estimates.
• Reconcile cost changes and ensure contractor cost data remains accurate and properly documented.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and client representatives to gather information required for cost reporting and forecasting.
• Review contractor and subcontractor pricing, change requests, and commercial submissions.
• Provide commercial and cost management input during design development, value engineering, and procurement activities.
• Manage cost impact assessments, contingency tracking, commitment logs, and change management processes.
• Maintain project change logs and ensure cost implications of changes are understood, documented, and communicated.
• Prepare, review, and track pay applications and support invoice validation processes.
• Coordinate with finance teams to manage cash flow forecasting and monitor actual performance against projections.
• Assist with procurement activities, contract administration, and commercial negotiations.
• Monitor project performance, identify cost risks and opportunities, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage cost checks, valuations, and financial validation processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the preparation and negotiation of final accounts.
• Compile and maintain benchmarking data, cost histories, and project financial records.
• Represent Turner & Townsend in client meetings, providing expertise and recommendations on cost control and financial performance.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams while promoting best practices in cost management and project controls.
• Identify, coach, and mentor team members to support professional growth and project success.
• Utilize internal systems to manage project financial performance, resource planning, and reporting requirements.
• Implement and maintain Turner & Townsend delivery methodologies, business systems, and cost management best practices.

Skills

Cost management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Change management

Client-facing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM) tools

Cost control software

Job description

Turner & Townsend in the United States is seeking a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control on data center construction projects. You will manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and change control while acting as a key client interface.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in cost management for large-scale infrastructure, strong analytical skills, and proven ability to collaborate with design teams, contractors, and clients in a fast-paced environment.