Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Construction Employment Type : Full-time Location : Naperville, IL area, hybrid schedule with 2–3 days on site at Grundy County (approximately 25 miles south of Naperville). The role will require onsite presence as the project progresses. Responsibilities Serve as the primary client‑facing cost lead, ensuring objectives are met and service excellence is delivered. Present cost updates, commercial positions, and recommendations at senior and executive levels. Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative, high‑performance culture. Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates during planning, design, and delivery phases. Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and budget updates. Integrate cost, schedule, and scope to ensure holistic program control and predictability. Lead procurement strategy development, contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation, and commercial negotiations. Manage and reconcile change orders, claims, post‑contract variations, and final accounts. Ensure compliance with commercial governance, internal controls, and cost assurance processes. Drive value engineering and cost optimization strategies across multiple stages of design. Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency management, and commitment tracking. Monitor and communicate market trends, escalation, labor availability, and material pricing impacts. Ensure adherence to Turner & Townsend delivery methodologies and Business Management Systems. Support benchmarking efforts by compiling cost data and maintaining built‑cost records. Support implementation of Earned Value Management (EVM) where applicable. 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. 5–7+ years of cost management or project controls experience within mission‑critical, high‑tech, industrial, or large‑scale capital projects. Data Center construction experience is required. Strong preference for experience within a construction consultancy environment. Demonstrated expertise in estimating, budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control systems. Strong understanding of MEP systems and campus‑scale infrastructure typical of hyperscale data centers. Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts. RICS accreditation (or progress toward accreditation) is advantageous. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail. Proficiency in industry‑standard cost management and project controls software. Ability to work onsite in Grundy County 2–3 times per week, depending on project phase and client requirements. Compensation & Benefits Base salary range: $140K‑$165K USD. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. Employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer. Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr