Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend; Conyers (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is looking for a Senior Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor to oversee cost control and estimating for large-scale data center projects. The role requires strong communication skills and experience in managing multiple projects. The successful candidate will work closely with design teams and contractors to ensure accurate cost estimates and adherence to budgets. This hybrid role offers flexibility and the chance to contribute to significant construction initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Support for work-life balance

Qualifications

• 6+ years in cost management and quantity surveying, preferably with data centers.
• Strong experience in post-contract and change order management.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Manage cost checks and valuations on larger projects.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Sage

Job description

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial management, cost control, and estimating services for a global technology client’s large-scale data center construction program.

The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and be comfortable in a client-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Provide cost estimates and planning, including producing and presenting final cost plans.
• Review and collaborate with design teams and general contractors on cost estimates.
• Reconcile changes and ensure data accuracy for general contractors.
• Communicate with contractors and project managers to update cost estimates.
• Prepare comments on contractor submissions, including executive summaries.
• Coordinate cost information from various sources for discussions and procurement.
• Inform engineering priorities based on cost impacts.
• Resolve scheduling issues proactively with minimal supervision.
• Manage cost checks and valuations on larger projects, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Participate in post-contract cost variance analysis and change control processes.
• Manage contingency and commitment tracking logs.
• Prepare funding presentations and coordinate value engineering sessions.
• Adhere to SOX controls where applicable.

Qualifications

• This is a hybrid role with some onsite requirements.
• Strong experience in post-contract and change order management.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years in cost management and quantity surveying, preferably with data centers or similar projects.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• PQS or MRICS accreditation is a plus.
• Proficiency in cost management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Sage).
• Deep knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, and risk management.
• Understanding of data center design, including MEP systems and structural elements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Additional Information

• On-site presence may vary based on client needs.

We promote a healthy, flexible, and inclusive work environment, celebrating diversity and supporting work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer.