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

Turner & Townsend•Mount Pleasant, WI

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Associate Director level Quantity Surveyor to lead cost management services for a major, multi‑phase data center construction program. In this significant position, you will set strategic direction, manage critical relationships, and ensure consistent, high‑quality delivery throughout all phases of construction. Successful execution requires close coordination with general contractors, design partners, and a broad range of project stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong communication skills and confidence in a client‑facing environment. This individual will oversee key stakeholder interactions and ensure the effective delivery of all cost management services. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, driven, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. You will provide leadership and direction while championing Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values, and vision across the program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in construction cost management, preferably within a consultancy environment.
Subject matter expertise in quantity surveying; RICS certification or equivalent strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience delivering on large‑scale or complex construction programs.
Data center construction experience is strongly preferred, or relatable experience on similarly large, fast‑paced, high‑value programs.
Excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree preferred.
Data center construction experience is strongly preferred, or relatable experience on similarly large, fast‑paced, high‑value programs.
Subject matter expertise in quantity surveying; RICS certification or equivalent strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead quantity surveying, estimating, cost control, commercial reporting, and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure seamless integration of Turner & Townsend’s cost management role within the broader construction process.
Coordinate effectively with general contractors, owner’s representatives, design partners, and external stakeholders.
Support strategic and operational delivery across multiple concurrent projects.
Provide weekly updates on project status, staffing, risks, and key initiatives, proposing solutions where needed.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders across all project stages.
Maintain excellent communication, manage expectations, and build strong relationships with clients and cross‑functional partners.
Identify cross‑selling or new business opportunities where appropriate.
Manage financial performance on commissions, including fee forecasting and margin tracking.
Contribute to business development efforts, including market insight, proposal/RFP participation, and networking activities.
Identify opportunities to improve cost management procedures, processes, and templates.
Implement and maintain internal Business Management Systems and delivery methodologies.
Lead internal audits and support external audit requirements.
Capture and share lessons learned in internal knowledge systems.
Provide strong leadership to the cost management team, setting clear strategies and goals.
Conduct performance reviews and support coaching, mentorship, and talent development.
Foster a collaborative, one‑business culture and ensure exceptional service delivery.
Serve as a role model, delivering high‑quality outcomes that balance the needs of clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.