Cost Manager - Data Center

Avicado•Dallas, TX

9d•Remote

About The Position

Avicado is seeking a Cost Manager to provide end-to-end cost control for data center projects. The role supports operational excellence and client service by managing budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow, billing, invoicing, purchase orders, and change orders. The Cost Manager owns cost-related processes across Prime and Subcontractor scopes, coordinating project finances so Project Managers can focus on schedule, quality, and delivery. The role includes reviewing tool usage, particularly Procore, and identifying opportunities to streamline data and improve processes. It also involves recommending or implementing systems and coordinating cost-related hand-offs among Preconstruction, Construction, and Operations, including attending key Preconstruction meetings. The position requires familiarity with cost drivers in data center development and the ability to align cost management with scheduling, procurement, and risk management. Avicado is a technology consultancy established in 2015 that helps construction owners use cloud-based tools and data effectively. The company describes a close-knit, high-performance culture and a remote work environment that promotes inclusion, respect, and professional growth.

Requirements

Proven track record managing costs for hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center projects.
At least 5 years of data center construction scheduling and/or project management expertise.
Deep understanding of data center development cost drivers, including MEP-intensive systems, high-capacity electrical infrastructure, cooling technologies, and IT/telecom integration.
Current knowledge of material costs, labor rates, and supply chain risks in key markets.
Experience aligning cost management with scheduling, procurement, and risk management processes.
Strong communication and reporting skills to deliver actionable insights to developers, owners, and construction teams.
Experience in contract support, including negotiation, change order review and analysis, monthly invoicing, client billing, and change management in large, multi-stakeholder projects.
Proactive, self-starting mindset with a high degree of ownership and accountability.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of data center or mission-critical experience.
Demonstrated success managing complex, phased scheduling strategies in high-performance projects.

Responsibilities

Deliver end-to-end cost control services, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, to keep projects within financial parameters and maximize value.
Own cost-related processes for Prime and Subcontractor scopes and serve as the central point for financial coordination with Project Managers.
Analyze current tool usage, particularly Procore, and identify opportunities for data streamlining and process improvement.
Recommend and implement additional systems or tools as needed to support client objectives.
Coordinate cost-related hand-offs between Preconstruction, Construction, and Operations teams.
Attend key Preconstruction meetings to maintain knowledge continuity across project phases.
Manage budget development and cost projections.
Manage cash flow.
Coordinate client billing.
Oversee invoice processing.
Manage the purchase order lifecycle.
Document and manage change orders.
Support contracts, including negotiation, change order review and analysis, monthly invoicing, client billing, and change management.