Senior Cost Manager – Quantity Surveyor, Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

Senior Cost Manager managing cost for data center construction projects in partnership with Turner & Townsend. Ensuring cost management excellence with leadership and client collaboration during project lifecycles.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • San Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $135,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary day-to-day client interface on large-scale data center construction projects
Ensure delivery of disciplined, value-driven cost management services
Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle
Review and participate with the design team and general contractor in the development of cost estimates
Prepare clear, concise written reviews of contractor submissions
Coordinate all sources of cost information including self-perform work, subcontractors, suppliers, and design quantities
Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on large-scale civil and infrastructure scopes
Produce accurate monthly cost reports for client presentation and decision-making
Identify, coach, and mentor team members to support capability growth and project success

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field
Minimum 6–7 years of relevant experience in cost management within the construction industry
Experience supporting complex, fast-paced construction programs
RICS accredited or actively working toward accreditation preferred
Strong understanding of construction methods, procurement strategies, and commercial management principles
Candidates must be physically based in the United States and legally authorized to work in the U.S.; remote work is permitted only within the United States.
Ability to travel to project sites as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

bonuses
comprehensive benefits package
flexible working environment that respects work-life balance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cost EstimationValuation ManagementCost ReportingConstruction Lifecycle ManagementProcurement Strategies

Soft Skills

Client InterfaceCoachingCommunication

Certifications

RICS Accreditation