Cost Manager – Quantity Surveyor, Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor supporting data center construction at Turner & Townsend. Ensuring disciplined cost management services and client objectives achievement.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supporting the client on procurement strategies
Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates
Contribute to the development and maintenance of cost plans
Assist in reviewing contractor and vendor proposals
Support value engineering exercises and risk assessments
Assist with cost reporting by preparing and updating cost reports
Maintain project budgets and risk registers
Participate in periodic cost review meetings
Support cost control processes and track change orders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field
3–5 years of relevant experience in cost management within construction
Experience supporting fast-paced construction programs
Good understanding of construction methods, procurement strategies, and commercial management principles
RICS accredited or working toward accreditation preferred
Ability to travel to project sites as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits package
Flexible working environment
Support for work-life balance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cost ReportingCost Plans DevelopmentChange Order TrackingRisk AssessmentValue Engineering

Certifications

RICS Accreditation