Associate Director - Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend
Any Location, IL
Category Engineering
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Associate Director – Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to provide expert cost management services on a large-scale, mission-critical data center program. The role requires exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; graduate degree preferred.
  • 8–10+ years of experience in cost management or project controls within the construction industry, ideally on large-scale, mission-critical projects (e.g., data centers, high-tech, industrial).
  • Proven experience in construction consultancy and client-facing delivery.
  • Strong understanding of MEP systems, resilience requirements, and campus-scale infrastructure.
  • Expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, Earned Value Management (EVM), and procurement strategies.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard cost management tools and software (e.g., CostX, Oracle, Excel, Primavera).
  • RICS accreditation or equivalent certification (or progress toward certification) highly desirable.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
  • Visa Sponsorship
  • Four Day Work Week
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation Assistance
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