Senior Cost Manager – Data Centers

AtkinsRéalis

Senior Cost Manager responsible for project cost and schedule management within data centers in the US. Collaborating with project teams to deliver accurate forecasting and financial analysis.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeAustin • Illinois, Ohio, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage, revise, and maintain status of the detailed project cost estimate/forecast
Track and analyze the project costs including budgets, commitments, actuals, accruals, and forecasts
Participate in the development and improvement of project controls systems
Recommend improvements in systems, tools, and methods of project controls and project management
Establish a project work breakdown structure in line with industry best practices
Interact with other project groups in relation to cost codes, purchase order commitments, change orders
Work with senior project management staff in managing the overall project cost control efforts
Manage risk management process including driving the identification, evaluation, mitigation and management process of the risk management
Ensure all contract deliverables and deadlines are met

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, Finance or a related field
RICS or QS certification preferred
Preference for PMP – Project Management Professional (PMI) or CCP - Certified Cost Professional (AACE) or EVP – Earned Value Professional (AACE)
5-10+ years of relevant experience in large to mega-sized construction projects
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in data centers
Must have strong cost management, project planning and estimating skills
Must have experience in developing budgets, cash flows, and financial analysis.
Must thoroughly understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
leaves of absences options
flexible work options
recognition and employee satisfaction programs
employee assistance program
voluntary benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

cost managementproject planningestimatingbudget developmentcash flow analysisfinancial analysisrisk managementproject controls systemswork breakdown structurechange order management

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsorganizational skillsleadership skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeRICS certificationQS certificationPMPCCPEVP