Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Construction
Core
Lead commercial strategy and cost governance for a large, multi-phase data center development program in Chicago, acting as a trusted advisor on budgeting, procurement, and risk management.
Role type
Senior IC cost manager / quantity surveyor (construction)
Builds
Multi-billion-dollar data center construction programs
Domain
Construction / Data Centers / Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure
Required skills
cost planning, budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, procurement strategies, commercial management, construction contracts, risk and change management, value engineering, design optimization, leadership, negotiation, analytical skills
Preferred skills
RICS accreditation, advanced degree in Construction Management/Quantity Surveying/Engineering
Technologies
industry-standard cost management tools and software
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for cost management across a multi-phase program; Develop and implement cost strategies for multi-billion-dollar budgets; Serve as primary client interface for stakeholders and consultants; Advise on commercial strategy and contract negotiations; Oversee full lifecycle cost management including quantity surveying and change management; Lead executive-level reporting on cost performance and risk; Drive value engineering and design optimization initiatives; Mentor and develop cost management teams.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities