Senior Quantity Surveyor – Hybrid + Unlimited PTO

Jacobs; Iowa City (IA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Deferred compensation plan

Unlimited PPTO

Seven paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support a data center project in Saint Francisville, LA. The role focuses on managing all commercial and contractual aspects to keep projects within budget and compliant.

You will work with project managers, engineers, clients, and subcontractors to control costs, evaluate risks, and ensure successful delivery. This role offers a hybrid work model and strong health and welfare benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in quantity surveying or cost management on engineering/construction projects.
• Experience reviewing contracts, change orders, and project financials.
• Proficiency with Excel and cost-management software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with clients, vendors and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts.
• Monitor expenditures and keep costs within approved budgets.
• Review contracts and manage change orders and variations.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings and specs.
• Develop cost reports and dashboards for leadership.
• Support procurement, risk management and audits.

Skills

Cost management

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Project cost management software

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support a data center project in Saint Francisville, LA. The role focuses on managing all commercial and contractual aspects to keep projects within budget and compliant.

You will work with project managers, engineers, clients, and subcontractors to control costs, evaluate risks, and ensure successful delivery. This role offers a hybrid work model and strong health and welfare benefits.