Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend•Jackson, MS

43d

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead cost management on major, mission-critical data center developments in the Madison County, MS area. These projects represent some of the largest capital investments in the area’s history, involving multi-site campuses, advanced sustainability measures, and significant infrastructure upgrades to support next-generation technology. As a senior member of our team, you will provide strategic leadership and expert guidance throughout the project lifecycle. You’ll work closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field.
6–10+ years of experience in cost management or project controls, with increasing responsibility.
Proven experience managing large-scale, mission-critical construction projects (e.g., data centers, high-tech, industrial).
Expertise in cost planning, budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control systems.
Strong knowledge of procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts.
Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
Proficiency in industry-standard tools and software for cost management.

Nice To Haves

RICS accreditation or working toward it is advantageous.
Familiarity with MEP systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Lead cost management strategy across large-scale, multi-phase data center construction projects.
Manage full lifecycle cost activities from early-stage budgeting through final account closeout.
Develop and present detailed cost plans, estimates, and budgets aligned with project scope and client objectives.
Oversee cost control processes, monitor actuals vs. forecasts, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
Review and negotiate change orders, ensuring proper documentation and cost validation.
Provide strategic advice on procurement strategies, bid analysis, and contractor negotiations for complex, high-value packages.
Prepare and deliver executive-level cost reports, forecasts, and presentations to senior stakeholders.
Manage contingency tracking, commitments, and cost impacts across multiple packages or phases.
Drive value engineering and design optimization initiatives, including sustainability measures such as water reuse and renewable energy integration.
Ensure compliance with internal financial systems, client-specific requirements, and regulatory controls.
Maintain benchmarking data, historical cost records, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Mentor and support junior cost management staff, fostering professional development.
Contribute to the enhancement of internal cost management tools, templates, and processes.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.