Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Category Engineering
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to provide leadership and direction in delivering a high-value cost management service on a major data center development. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, self-driven, and capable of working independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Requirements

  • Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
  • Provide estimating and cost planning, including producing and presenting final cost plans.
  • Review and collaborate with design teams and general contractors in developing cost estimates.
  • Gather project status updates to prepare cost estimate revisions.
  • Prepare written commentary on contractor submissions, including executive summaries.
  • Coordinate all sources of cost data, including suppliers, subcontractors, and design teams.
  • Advise on engineering priorities based on cost impact.
  • Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling-related issues.
  • Manage cost checks and valuations on large projects, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
  • Participate in post-contract cost variance analysis and change control processes.
  • Maintain cost impact logs, contingency management, and commitment tracking.
  • Prepare funding presentations and coordinate value-engineering sessions.
  • Develop cost plans and estimates at design milestones.
  • Provide commercial input for design optioneering and value engineering exercises.
  • Review contractor/subcontractor pricing and lead negotiations to achieve fair contract values.
  • Perform quantity surveying, cost control, and change management throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure robust cost auditing, valuation, and cost validation processes.
  • Produce monthly cost reports for client presentation.
  • Ensure timely negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
  • Compile built-cost records for benchmarking purposes.
  • Identify, coach, and mentor team members.
  • Demonstrate excellence in leadership and service delivery in line with commission requirements.
  • Manage financial performance using internal tools for margin tracking and forecasting.
  • Implement internal business management systems and delivery methodologies for consistent best-practice execution.
  • Promote a one-business culture focused on balanced outcomes for people, clients, and stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation Assistance
]]>