Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend • Phoenix, AZ

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, working across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources to deliver outcomes that improve people’s lives. They are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc. Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to act as the key, day‑to‑day client interface and deliver a value‑added cost management service on a large‑scale, mission‑critical data center program in the Phoenix market. This role ensures the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, with a strong emphasis on governance, commercial rigor, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate is confident in client‑facing environments, communicates clearly, and can work both independently and as part of a collaborative team, providing leadership while embedding and promoting Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values, and vision.

Requirements

• Able to work on‑site in the Phoenix, AZ area as required, with a flexible hybrid schedule and available per diem, travel, or relocation support.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Cost Management, or a related field.
• 5–7+ years of relevant experience in cost management/project controls within construction.
• Proven experience leading cost management on medium to large, complex projects.
• Solid understanding of MEP systems, resilience requirements, and campus‑scale infrastructure common to hyperscale data centers.
• Strong foundation in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, and (where applicable) EVM.
• Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with strong analytical/problem‑solving ability and high attention to detail.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard cost management tools and software.

Nice To Haves

• Construction consultancy experience strongly preferred.
• Mission‑critical/data center, high‑tech, or industrial experience is a plus.
• RICS accreditation (or progress toward) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates through design milestones; produce and present final cost plans and executive summaries.
• Coordinate all sources of cost information (design teams, GC, subcontractors, vendor quotes, benchmark data) for robust cost validation and auditing.
• Provide commercial input to design optioneering and lead value engineering (VE) and cost optimization initiatives.
• Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact; integrate cost with schedule and scope in coordination with project controls/scheduling.
• Lead procurement strategy development, scope validation, contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews, and commercial negotiations to achieve fair contract prices.
• Prepare written comments on contractor submissions and present executive‑level updates to stakeholders.
• Own change control throughout the lifecycle: review, estimate, negotiate, and reconcile change orders; manage post‑contract cost variances.
• Establish and operate cost control systems, including cost checks, valuations, commitment tracking, contingency management, and (where applicable) EVM.
• Produce and present monthly cost reports and funding data; coordinate VE sessions and scenario planning.
• Ensure timely agreement of final accounts and compile as‑built cost records for benchmarking and continuous improvement.
• Act as the primary client interface, ensuring objectives are met and service excellence is delivered.
• Demonstrate excellence in financial management (margin tracking, monthly fee/resource forecasts) across commissions.
• Implement and maintain internal Business Management Systems and company delivery methodologies/tools for consistent best practice.
• Coach and mentor junior team members; foster a high‑performance, one‑business culture.
• SOX control responsibilities may apply and must be adhered to where applicable.

Benefits

• Per diem will be provided for required travel.
• Mileage reimbursement is available for candidates who live within driving distance of the site.
• For candidates traveling from farther away, the client will cover necessary travel costs.
• Relocation assistance is available for those interested in moving closer to the project location.
• A great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
• A healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees