Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to support hyperscale data center construction projects across the Atlanta metro area. This role offers the opportunity to play a key role on a large-scale, mission-critical data center program.You will be responsible for managing all cost-related aspects of projects from early-stage budgeting through final closeout. In this client-facing role, you will collaborate closely with design teams, contractors, and key stakeholders to ensure effective cost control, risk management, and value optimization across multiple project phases.
ResponsibilitiesLead full lifecycle cost management activities on large-scale hyperscale data center construction projects, from early-stage budgeting through final account closeout.Develop and present detailed cost plans, estimates, and budgets aligned with project scope and client objectives.Oversee cost control processes, monitor actuals vs. forecasts, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.Review and negotiate change orders, ensuring proper documentation and cost validation.Provide strategic advice on procurement strategies, bid analysis, and contractor negotiations.Prepare and deliver executive-level cost reports, forecasts, and presentations to clients and senior stakeholders.Manage contingency tracking, commitments, and cost impacts across multiple packages or phases.Drive value engineering and design optimization initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities.Maintain benchmarking data, historical cost records, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.Contribute to the enhancement of internal cost management tools, templates, and processes.Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and general contractors to ensure cost control and efficient project execution.Participate in risk workshops and proactively identify financial risks, developing mitigation strategies.Support preconstruction activities, feasibility studies, and early-stage cost modeling for future phases.Ensure compliance with internal financial systems, client-specific requirements, and regulatory controls.SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.