Senior Data Center Cost Manager & Value Engineer Lead

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to deliver value-added cost management services across a major data center portfolio in Northern Virginia.

The role is client-facing and based out of our Tysons, VA office, supporting projects across Loudoun, Prince William, Stafford and Fairfax counties. You will lead cost control, VE sessions, and reporting, mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6–7 years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, or commercial management within large-scale construction.
• Experience supporting mission-critical or data center projects strongly preferred.
• Proven experience managing costs across complex, multi-phase construction programs.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, change management, and contract administration.
• Professional certifications (MRICS, PMP, CCP, or similar) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Provide cost planning, including producing and presenting final cost plans.
• Review and collaborate with design teams and general contractors on cost estimates.
• Reconcile changes and validate contractor data for accuracy.
• Coordinate with contractors and project stakeholders to prepare cost estimate updates.
• Prepare written reports and executive summaries on contractor submissions.
• Consolidate cost data from suppliers, subcontractors, and design teams.
• Inform engineering and design decisions based on cost impact.
• Manage cost checks, valuations, and reporting across large-scale projects.
• Oversee cost control, contingency management, and commitment tracking.
• Lead value engineering (VE) sessions and contribute to design optioneering.
• Review contractor pricing and lead negotiations to achieve fair value.
• Manage post-contract cost variances and change control processes.
• Produce monthly cost reports and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Support final account negotiations and closeout processes.
• Maintain cost benchmarks and historical data for future projects.
• Mentor junior team members and promote a high-performance team environment.
• Ensure consistent application of internal systems, tools, and delivery methodologies.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Skills

Excellent communication

Client-facing

Leadership

Cost management systems

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cost management software

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to deliver value-added cost management services across a major data center portfolio in Northern Virginia.

The role is client-facing and based out of our Tysons, VA office, supporting projects across Loudoun, Prince William, Stafford and Fairfax counties. You will lead cost control, VE sessions, and reporting, mentoring junior staff.