Senior Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Projects | Hybrid

Jacobs; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Company stock purchase program

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to support a data center project in Saint Francisville, LA. You will manage commercial and contractual aspects to keep projects within budget while maximizing profitability.

The role collaborates with project managers, engineers, clients, subcontractors and suppliers, conducts cost estimates, change orders, takeoffs and progress payments, and supports risk management and audits. Hybrid work model with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of quantity surveying, construction cost management, or commercial project experience.
• Knowledge of engineering, construction, infrastructure, industrial, or manufacturing projects.
• Experience reviewing contracts, change orders, and project financials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and project cost management software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and project forecasts.
• Monitor project expenditures and ensure costs remain within approved budgets.
• Analyze project performance and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Track and report cost variances throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review, interpret, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and purchase agreements.
• Prepare and manage change orders, claims, and contract variations.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met by all project stakeholders.
• Support contract negotiations with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Measure and value completed work for progress payments.
• Validate subcontractor and supplier invoices against contractual requirements.
• Prepare applications for payment and final account settlements.
• Develop and maintain project cost reports and commercial dashboards.
• Provide regular financial updates to project leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist with risk assessments and forecasting activities.
• Support project audits and compliance reviews.
• Assist in the preparation of bid packages and tender documentation.
• Evaluate contractor and supplier bids for commercial suitability.
• Support procurement activities to achieve value and quality objectives.
• Maintain records of procurement and subcontract agreements.
• Identify commercial, financial, and contractual risks.
• Recommend mitigation strategies to reduce project exposure.
• Assist in dispute resolution and claims management when required.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

5+ years of experience

Microsoft Excel

Cost management software

Analytical and negotiation skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project cost management software

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to support a data center project in Saint Francisville, LA. You will manage commercial and contractual aspects to keep projects within budget while maximizing profitability.

The role collaborates with project managers, engineers, clients, subcontractors and suppliers, conducts cost estimates, change orders, takeoffs and progress payments, and supports risk management and audits. Hybrid work model with opportunities for growth.