Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager - Data Center Construction
Turner & Townsend Pty Ltd
North Chicago, Illinois, United States
Base: $135k-$155k usd; bonus/equity: eligible for ...
On-site
5-7+ years cost management experience
Mission-critical data center environment
Procurement strategy and contract negotiation
This role serves as the key day-to-day client interface for a large-scale, multi-phase data center construction program located 35 miles west of North Chicago
Job Summary
This role serves as the key day-to-day client interface for a large-scale, multi-phase data center construction program located 35 miles west of North Chicago.
The successful candidate will lead procurement strategy development, manage change orders across multiple active work fronts, and ensure the program is delivered on time within budget.
Turner & Townsend offers a comprehensive benefits package, bonuses, and a flexible working environment that respects work-life balance for its inspired people.
Matching Summary
This role serves as the key day-to-day client interface for a large-scale, multi-phase data center construction program located 35 miles west of North Chicago.
Salary
Base: $135K-$155K USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonuses; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package included
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5-7+ years cost management experience
Mission-critical data center environment
Procurement strategy and contract negotiation
Change control process management
Earned Value Management (EVM) expertise
Nice-to-have
RICS accreditation or progress toward certification
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Mentoring and coaching junior staff
High-performance culture alignment
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field
5–7+ years of experience in cost management or project controls
Construction consultancy experience strongly preferred
Solid foundation in budgeting, financial reporting, and EVM
Expertise in MEP systems and hyperscale data center resilience requirements