Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Construction Full‑time position. This role serves as the key, day‑to‑day client interface and delivers value‑added cost management services on a large‑scale, mission‑critical data center program. Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates through design and delivery phases, leveraging industry benchmarks and technical documentation. Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and funding data to stakeholders. Coordinate all sources of cost information (design teams, GC, subs, vendor quotes) for robust cost validation and auditing. Compile built cost records for benchmarking and continuous improvement. Lead procurement strategy development, contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation, and commercial negotiations to secure fair contract prices. Manage final accounts and ensure timely agreement. Own change control throughout the lifecycle: review, estimate, negotiate, and reconcile change orders; manage post‑contract cost variances. Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency management, and commitment tracking. Ensure robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management (EVM) where applicable. Integrate cost with schedule and scope, coordinating closely with project controls/scheduling teams. Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact; lead value engineering (VE) initiatives and cost optimization strategies. Monitor market trends (escalation, labor availability, material pricing) and provide timely insights. Act as the primary client interface, ensuring objectives are met and service excellence is delivered. Prepare and present executive‑level updates, written comments on GC submissions, and cost estimate updates. Ensure adherence to internal Business Management Systems and company delivery methodologies. Mentor and coach junior team members; foster a high‑performance, one‑business culture. Demonstrate excellence in financial management (margin tracking, monthly fee/resource forecasts) across commissions. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role and must be adhered to where applicable. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field. Data center construction experience required. 5–7+ years in cost management/project controls within mission‑critical environments (data centers, high‑tech, industrial) and medium to large projects of moderate to high complexity. #J-18808-Ljbffr