Cost Engineer Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking a driven Cost Engineer to support a global technology client on a largescale multiphase data center construction program. As part of an industryleading team you will help develop cost estimates analyze data support cost reviews and assist with commercial processes across the project lifecycle.

This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills excellent organization and an eagerness to grow their expertise in estimating benchmarking and cost controls within missioncritical construction.

Travel Requirement

Candidates may be based remotely with preference for Chicago IL or Indianapolis IN for ease of inperson client interaction. Monthly travel (23 days per trip) to the project site near St. Louis MO is required.

Responsibilities:

• Track and organize cost review and estimate requests submitted by the client.
• Analyze existing cost data and assist in producing benchmark information.
• Conduct quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications.
• Support development of cost estimates and budgets under the guidance of senior team members.
• Reconcile actual costs against contract pricing to verify accuracy.
• Provide inputs into value engineering exercises.
• Prepare weekly cost and progress reporting for the client.
• Assist with reviewing contractor pricing and meeting with contractors to discuss cost submissions.
• Issue RFIs follow up on responses and maintain organized documentation.
• Provide support with procurementrelated activities and contractor communications.
• Maintain version control documentation and cost files in accordance with internal processes.
• Prepare documents spreadsheets and presentations as required by the team.
• Support adherence to Turner & Townsend Business Management Systems (BMS).
• Collaborate with estimating cost controls and project management teams to ensure coordinated delivery.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role which are to be adhered to where applicable

Qualifications :

• Ability to travel to the St. Louis MO area project site for 23 days at a time.
• 23 years postgraduate experience in a cost estimating or project controls role on data centers commercial healthcare hightech or similar large projects.
• Strong passion for construction cost analysis and numbers.
• Strong analytical abilities and advanced proficiency in spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets).
• Experience with estimating or takeoff software (e.g. OnScreen Takeoff Revit Bluebeam).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite (Docs Sheets Slides Drive).
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working with contractors and client representatives.

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