Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction (Anticipated Opening)
Core
Senior Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor acting as the key client interface for large-scale data center construction programs, delivering value-added cost management services across multiple projects and phases.
Role type
Senior IC cost management professional (construction)
Builds
Cost plans, estimates, forecasts, and final accounts for data center facilities and mission-critical infrastructure.
Domain
Construction industry, specifically data centers and mission-critical infrastructure
Required skills
cost estimating, change order negotiation, cost planning, quantity surveying, contract pricing negotiation, risk allowance management, value engineering, commercial administration, financial reporting, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
RICS accreditation, experience with MEP-heavy scopes, experience in construction consultancy, experience in fast-paced multi-project program environments
Technologies
internal Business Management Systems, internal software for financial reporting
Responsibilities
Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the data center construction lifecycle; reconcile changes and ensure cost/quantity data accuracy; review and participate in design team development of cost estimates for building, MEP, power, and cooling systems; manage cost checks, valuations, and contingency management; prepare funding presentations and coordinate value engineering workshops; lead negotiations on behalf of the client to achieve competitive contract pricing; produce monthly cost reports and program-level reporting; compile historical cost data and benchmarking information; mentor talent and drive leadership in service delivery.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities