Associate Director - Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend-posted 22 days ago
Full-time • Manager
Hybrid • Cheyenne, WY
5,001-10,000 employees
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Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Associate Director to provide strategic leadership and oversight for cost management on one of the largest hyperscale AI data center developments in the United States. This multi-phase campus is planned to scale up to multi-gigawatt capacity, integrating advanced energy strategies, fiber connectivity, and carbon capture solutions. The role offers an opportunity to lead on a project of unprecedented scale and complexity, supporting AI workloads for leading technology firms. This position will focus on driving cost certainty and value optimization across all phases of a multi-billion-dollar program. You will lead the development of cost strategies, governance frameworks, and risk management plans while ensuring alignment with client objectives and regulatory requirements. The role requires strong leadership, commercial acumen, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders and decision-makers. Travel Requirement: The role will require approximately 50% travel per month (one week on-site in Cheyenne, WY and one week remote) to support project delivery and stakeholder engagement. Travel arrangements and accommodations will be provided to ensure a smooth and productive on-site experience.

  • Provide strategic leadership for cost management across a multi-phase hyperscale data center program, ensuring governance and compliance with client and regulatory standards.
  • Develop and implement cost strategies, frameworks, and reporting structures to manage budgets exceeding multi-billion-dollar scale.
  • Oversee full lifecycle cost management activities, including early-stage budgeting, detailed cost planning, procurement strategy, and risk mitigation.
  • Advise senior stakeholders on commercial strategy, procurement models, and contract negotiations for complex packages involving energy infrastructure and sustainability initiatives.
  • Lead executive-level reporting, presenting cost performance, forecasts, and risk assessments to client leadership teams.
  • Drive value engineering and design optimization initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising performance.
  • Manage contingency tracking, commitments, and cost impacts across multiple packages and phases.
  • Mentor and develop cost management teams, ensuring capability growth and succession planning.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of internal cost management tools, templates, and processes for continuous improvement.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams, acting as a trusted advisor.
  • Participate in risk workshops and proactively identify financial risks, developing mitigation strategies.
  • Support preconstruction activities, feasibility studies, and early-stage cost modeling for future phases.
  • Coordinate with energy infrastructure partners and understand cost implications of natural gas power strategies, renewable integration, and carbon capture systems.
  • Manage cost considerations for fiber connectivity and large-scale land development in remote region
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in cost management or project controls, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale, mission-critical construction programs (e.g., hyperscale data centers, energy infrastructure, industrial).
  • Expertise in cost planning, budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control systems at program level.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts.
  • RICS accreditation or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard tools and software for cost management.
  • Strong understanding of construction contracts, change management processes, and risk allocation.
  • Ability to manage multiple phases and packages concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with MEP systems and complex building services is beneficial.
  • Experience with value engineering and design optimization techniques.
  • Knowledge of energy infrastructure, carbon capture technologies, and sustainability considerations is a plus.
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