Senior Cost Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of project budgets, cost plans, and forecasting for data centre developments
• Provide strategic cost advice on value engineering, procurement strategies, and cost optimisation
• Oversee preparation of detailed cost estimates, benchmarking, and feasibility studies
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for CSA, MEP, and specialist systems
• Manage post-contract activities including variations, change control, claims assessment, and cost reporting
• Act as the primary commercial interface with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders
• Provide commercial oversight on critical systems including UPS, generators, chillers, and structured cabling
• Lead and mentor Cost Managers and Assistant Cost Managers

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction Management, or related discipline
• 10–15 years’ experience in cost management within construction projects
• Proven experience delivering data centre, mission-critical, or high-tech industrial projects
• Strong exposure to CSA and MEP trade packages
• Experience in fast-track, high-pressure delivery environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional accreditation such as MRICS or equivalent

About the Company

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, working across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources.