Senior Cost Manager / Estimator - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend • Miami, FL

1h

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Estimator to support a major data center client, delivering client-facing cost management services across the full project lifecycle. The role combines pre-contract estimating with post-contract cost management and supports project delivery from planning and procurement through construction, closeout, and final account settlement. Candidates local to Miami are preferred; a more flexible onsite arrangement may be considered for exceptional candidates with highly relevant data center, mission-critical, or cost management experience.

The position encompasses cost planning, estimating, forecasting, cost reporting, change management, procurement support, commercial risk management, and project closeout. The successful candidate will lead commercial discussions, support project stakeholders and senior leadership with financial information, help control project costs and risks, and contribute to team development and continuous improvement. On-site presence and requirements may change according to client needs. SOX control responsibilities may apply.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related construction field.
• At least 5–7 years of construction-industry experience in cost management, quantity surveying, estimating, or commercial management, including both pre-contract estimating and post-contract cost management.
• Experience supporting mission-critical, data center, advanced technology, industrial, infrastructure, or other highly technical construction projects.
• Experience delivering full lifecycle cost management services from planning and procurement through construction, change management, forecasting, and project closeout.
• Experience preparing and reviewing cost reports, managing change orders, forecasting final costs, and administering post-contract commercial processes during construction.
• Experience reviewing estimates, contractor pricing, and change orders, and conducting commercial negotiations.
• Knowledge of construction procurement strategies, value engineering, cost control, and risk management principles.
• Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and client-facing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Local to the Miami area.
• Experience working in active operational environments.
• Construction consultancy experience.
• RICS accreditation or progress toward chartership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans, forecasts, and benchmark analyses throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and present cost reports, commercial updates, and financial analyses to project stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Lead cost planning, estimating reviews, and budget validation activities from project initiation through completion.
• Support procurement activities, including bid package development, contractor selection, proposal evaluation, leveling, and commercial recommendations.
• Review contractor and subcontractor pricing, proposals, and change order requests.
• Provide full lifecycle cost management services from pre-construction through construction, closeout, and final account settlement.
• Manage post-contract cost activities, including cost reporting, change management, contractor pay application reviews, forecasting, contingency management, and final account negotiations.
• Monitor project expenditures, commitments, contingency utilization, and forecasted final costs.
• Monitor and report project financial performance during construction, identifying cost variances, risks, trends, and mitigation strategies.
• Perform cost checks, valuations, benchmarking exercises, and budget reconciliations.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify value engineering and cost optimization opportunities.
• Maintain oversight of project cash flow forecasting and financial reporting.
• Support commercial risk management, including contingency planning, cost risk assessments, and contract compliance reviews.
• Assist in resolving commercial issues, claims, and disputes while minimizing project risk exposure.
• Review project controls documentation and ensure alignment between scope, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Produce monthly cost reports and participate in client and project team meetings.
• Manage project financial closeout activities, including final account negotiations and vendor settlements.
• Maintain cost databases and benchmarking information to support future project planning and delivery.
• Mentor junior cost management professionals and contribute to team development.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of best practices across project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, delivery methodologies, and governance requirements.
• Model a one-business culture and deliver successful outcomes for clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities.

Benefits

• A healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
• An inclusive workplace where employees have the opportunity and voice to affect change.

What This Job Offers

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