Senior Data Center Cost Manager | Quantity Surveyor

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

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control on a large-scale data center program. You will act as the primary client interface, delivering detailed cost plans and robust governance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

You will develop cost estimates, manage procurement, and lead value engineering, working closely with design teams, GC, subs, and stakeholders in a fast-paced, client-facing role across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering or related field
• 5–7+ years in cost management in mission‑critical environments (data centers, high‑tech)
• Solid understanding of MEP systems and data center infrastructure
• Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contracts
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed cost plans through design and delivery phases
• Produce monthly cost reports, executive summaries and funding data for stakeholders
• Coordinate all sources of cost information for robust cost validation and auditing
• Lead procurement strategy development, pricing reviews and contract negotiations
• Manage final accounts and ensure timely agreement
• Own change control throughout the lifecycle and manage cost variances
• Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning and contingency management
• Ensure robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact and VE initiatives
• Monitor market trends and provide timely cost insights

Skills

Cost management

Budgeting

EVM

Procurement

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Cost management software

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control on a large-scale data center program. You will act as the primary client interface, delivering detailed cost plans and robust governance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

You will develop cost estimates, manage procurement, and lead value engineering, working closely with design teams, GC, subs, and stakeholders in a fast-paced, client-facing role across