Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend Pty Ltd

Arlington, United States
On-site
5-7 years cost management experience
Multi-site campus program delivery
Change order negotiation and reconciliation
Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor for a major data center construction program in Arlington, Virginia. The role requires extensive experience in cost management and stakeholder engagement, particularly within multi-phase construction projects

Job Summary

  • The role serves as the key day-to-day client interface on a major, multi-phase campus construction program spanning multiple locations across Northern Virginia.
  • Candidates will be responsible for developing robust cost plans, managing change orders, and leading negotiations to ensure fair and defensible contract values.
  • Turner & Townsend offers a flexible working environment that respects work-life balance and supports professional development within a collaborative, high-performance team.

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Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor for a major data center construction program in Arlington, Virginia. The role requires extensive experience in cost management and stakeholder engagement, particularly within multi-phase construction projects.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-7 years cost management experience
  • Multi-site campus program delivery
  • Change order negotiation and reconciliation
  • Contractor pricing validation and audits
  • Monthly cost reporting and forecasting

Nice-to-have

  • RICS accreditation or progress toward certification
  • Construction consultancy background preferred
  • Value engineering workshop facilitation
  • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
  • Experience with SOX control responsibilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field
  • Minimum 5-7 years experience in cost management or quantity surveying
  • Proven experience leading cost management on medium to large projects
  • Strong knowledge of procurement routes and value management
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

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