Associate Director Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend • Rayville, LA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Associate Director Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to lead cost management services for a global technology client’s large-scale data center construction program. The role provides commercial leadership throughout project delivery, managing internal and external stakeholders and overseeing cost management, project controls, and commercial management services for complex, high-value capital projects.

Although advertised in the Dallas market, this position requires full-time onsite presence Monday through Friday in Rayville, Louisiana. Candidates open to relocating are preferred. A per diem is available for qualified candidates who can work locally at the project site during the week. The role also includes leadership and direction for project teams, with an emphasis on financial performance, cost control, forecasting, change management, and risk mitigation across multiple teams. SOX control responsibilities may apply.

Turner & Townsend describes a flexible working environment that supports work-life balance, while noting that onsite requirements may change based on client needs. The company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Cost Management, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, project controls, or commercial management in the construction industry.
• Experience leading cost management services on large-scale data center, mission-critical, industrial, or complex capital construction programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, forecasting, cost reporting, cash flow, change management, and commercial risk.
• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management principles, contract administration, procurement, and project governance.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client and stakeholder relationships across complex projects.
• Experience supporting major construction programs from planning and procurement through execution and closeout.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence project teams and senior stakeholders while driving successful project outcomes.
• Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday in Rayville, Louisiana.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in a construction consultancy or professional services environment.
• Knowledge of industry-standard cost management and project controls systems.
• Experience with Primavera P6, Oracle Unifier, or similar platforms.
• RICS certification or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Willingness to relocate to Rayville, Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management services across large-scale data center construction projects and programs from planning through closeout.
• Serve as the primary client contact for commercial and cost management matters and build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Lead project teams in developing and managing budgets, forecasts, cost reports, cash flow analyses, and financial performance metrics.
• Provide commercial leadership and strategic cost advice for project and program decision-making.
• Establish and maintain project controls, cost reporting processes, and governance procedures across multiple workstreams.
• Lead quantity surveying, cost control, estimating, and change management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee review, evaluation, and negotiation of change orders, claims, and commercial risk events.
• Monitor performance, identify commercial risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support procurement, contracting, and vendor selection, including guidance on commercial and contractual matters.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and project teams to support successful project delivery.
• Review and validate cost reports, payment applications, invoices, and project financial reconciliations.
• Support schedule-related cost impact analysis, risk analysis, and forecasting.
• Drive consistent implementation of Turner & Townsend cost management and project controls best practices.
• Lead and mentor cost management professionals and foster a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Oversee project staffing, resource planning, financial performance, and commission delivery.
• Prepare and present commercial updates, project status reports, and executive-level presentations.
• Identify process improvements for project controls, reporting, and cost management performance.
• Support business development, client relationship management, proposals, and pursuit efforts.
• Capture and share lessons learned and best practices across projects and programs.
• Promote collaboration, accountability, and excellence aligned with Turner & Townsend values.
• Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities.

Benefits

• Per diem is available for qualified candidates who can work locally at the project site during the week.
• The company promotes a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director