Turner & Townsend

Cost Consultant – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Arizona • United States

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About the role

  • Develop and maintain detailed project budgets, including labor, materials, equipment, and services.
  • Perform comprehensive cost analysis and forecasting to ensure projects stay within budget.
  • Identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare and present detailed cost reports and progress updates to project managers and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with project teams, procurement, and contract management to ensure cost control and planning advice.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in project design and execution.
  • Engage and manage third-party quantity surveyors and validate construction cost estimates.
  • Update and maintain a repository for historical cost data to inform future projects.
  • Define and track cost performance metrics, leading monthly cost reporting and analysis.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in cost engineering, with a focus on data center construction.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.
  • Advanced degree preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills, proficiency in cost estimation software, excellent communication and presentation abilities, and a solid understanding of financial forecasting and cost accounting principles.
  • Strong presentation skills and ability to thrive in a client-facing role.
  • Good organization skills, ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be a team player.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible working hours
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
cost analysiscost estimationfinancial forecastingcost accountingbudget managementcost performance metricsdata center constructionproject budgetingcost controlmitigation strategies
Soft Skills
analytical skillscommunication skillspresentation skillsorganizational skillsmulti-taskingprioritizationteam playerclient-facing skills