Lead Cost Manager Quantity Surveyor Data Center Construction
Lead Cost Manager Quantity Surveyor Data Center Construction
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Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly experienced Lead Cost Manager to oversee the financial and commercial delivery of a large-scale mission-critical data center construction program for a key client in the Dallas TX area.
This leadership role is responsible for guiding a team of cost professionals and managing all aspects of cost control contract administration and commercial strategy from pre-construction through close-out. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in complex infrastructure environments experience with MEP systems and post-contract cost management.
Key Responsibilities:
Pre-Construction
- Lead the development of detailed cost models and estimates during early design phases including feasibility and concept development.
- Shape procurement strategies and lead contract negotiations with general contractors and key suppliers.
- Drive value engineering and design optioneering efforts to optimize cost without compromising performance or quality.
- Provide market benchmarking and regional cost intelligence to inform strategic planning and client decision-making.
Construction Phase & Post-Contract
- Oversee project budgets and ensure alignment with approved funding and cost plans.
- Lead cost control activities including change order evaluation cost checks and financial impact analysis.
- Review and approve contractor pay applications ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms.
- Deliver monthly cost reports with budget status risk assessments and forecasts to senior stakeholders.
- Manage project cash flows including Construction in Place (CIP) reporting for finance teams.
- Administer commercial change management processes and ensure accurate documentation and reconciliation.
- Conduct audits and contingency analysis to manage commercial risks and ensure financial integrity.
- Ensure accurate financial close-out of projects including vendor settlements and lessons learned documentation.
- Lead negotiations and validate contractor and subcontractor pricing.
- Compile as-built cost records for benchmarking and future portfolio planning.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors or advanced degree in Quantity Surveying Construction Management Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in cost management for large-scale construction projects ideally in data centers or other mission-critical sectors.
- Proven leadership experience managing cost teams and client relationships.
- Experience with MEP systems and their cost implications in data center environments.
- Deep understanding of construction contracts procurement processes and commercial risk management.
- Proficiency in cost management software and tools.
- Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Professional certifications such as MRICS PQS or equivalent are highly desirable.
Additional Information :
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients needs.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
