Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to serve as the key day-to-day client interface and deliver value-added cost management services on a large-scale, mission-critical data center program. This role is pivotal in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, with a strong emphasis on governance, commercial rigor, stakeholder engagement, and proactive cost management.
This position supports a major project site in Cheyenne, WY and requires a regular onsite presence of approximately 3-4 days per week, depending on project requirements and phase. Candidates residing in the Fort Collins, CO area, within a reasonable commuting distance of Cheyenne, or those open to relocating to the region are encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in a client-facing environment, communicates clearly, and can work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. In this significant position, you will provide leadership and direction while embedding and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates through design and delivery phases, leveraging industry benchmarks and technical documentation.
Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and funding data to stakeholders.
Coordinate all sources of cost information (design teams, GC, subs, vendor quotes) for robust cost validation and auditing.
Compile built cost records for benchmarking and continuous improvement.
Lead procurement strategy development, contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation, and commercial negotiations to drive fair contract prices.
Manage final accounts and ensure timely agreement.
Own change control throughout the lifecycle: review, estimate, negotiate, and reconcile change orders; manage post‑contract cost variances.
Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency management, and commitment tracking.
Ensure robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management (EVM) where applicable.
Integrate cost with schedule and scope, coordinating closely with project controls/scheduling teams.
Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact; lead value engineering (VE) initiatives and cost optimization strategies.
Monitor market trends (escalation, labor availability, material pricing) and provide timely insights.
Act as the primary client interface, ensuring objectives are met and service excellence is delivered.
Prepare and present executive‑level updates, written comments on GC submissions, and cost estimate updates.
Ensure adherence to internal Business Management Systems and company delivery methodologies.
Mentor and coach junior team members; foster a high‑performance, one‑business culture.
Demonstrate excellence in financial management (margin tracking, monthly fee/resource forecasts) across commissions.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field.
5-7+ years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, estimating, or project controls on medium to large-scale construction projects of moderate to high complexity.
Experience supporting mission-critical, data center, industrial, advanced manufacturing, high-tech, or similarly complex construction projects is strongly preferred.
Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of MEP systems, mission-critical infrastructure, and large-scale construction delivery is beneficial.
Strong foundation in budgeting, cost planning, financial reporting, forecasting, and cost control.
Experience with procurement strategies and the commercial management of contractor and vendor contracts.
RICS accreditation, CCP certification, or progress toward professional certification is advantageous.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
Proficiency with industry-standard cost management, estimating, and project controls software.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid