Cost Control Manager - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend • Rayville, LA

162d

About The Position

Turner & Townsend are looking for a Cost Control Manager to oversee the financial aspects of data center construction projects for a global technology client. The key responsibilities of this role include monitoring and controlling costs to ensure the financial health of projects, managing cash flow, pay applications, and change management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, and implementing cost-saving measures to meet project goals and client requirements. Success in this position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a client-facing role. This position would also require relocation to the Rayville, LA area. If you are unable to fully relocate, we could offer a per diem provided you could work locally from the project site Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years in cost-focused project controls or cost management, with 3+ years on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong experience in cost management, budgeting, and financial reporting within the data center or large-scale commercial construction sector.
• Advanced knowledge of cost control systems, financial forecasting tools, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying issues and proposing solutions.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience with data center construction or similar infrastructure projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction support during project approval phase, provide historical cost data, assist in development of annual contractor purchase orders.
• Manage internal project budget / schedule of values within project management software, for monthly financial reporting on multiple New Builds and Retrofit projects on campus.
• Manage external project budget and communications within external project management software including commitment management, change management, document control, etc.
• Manage monthly forecasts and cash flows, understand forecast variances, develop monthly executive reports.
• Manage monthly vendor invoice review process within invoicing software, including project management review, 3rd party auditing services, and communication with Accounts Payable.
• Responsible for accurate quarterly accrual reporting for all existing PO's on campus, including communication with vendors and Finance.
• Facilitate change order routing and review processes within project management software, content analysis, and executive approval as required.
• Review project financial health with management team each month (via dashboards, budget software, schedule comparisons, productivity reports, etc.).
• Management of Internal and Contractor Risk Register update & contingency evaluation.
• Financial closeout of internal budgets, Vendor POs, etc.
• Work closely with Site Scheduler to compare financial forecasts and risks are in alignment with schedule updates.
• Assistance with programmatic initiatives, training, and alignment opportunities.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Benefits

• Promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees