Cost Manager - Data Center Construction Projects, Querétaro

Activities may vary depending on project requirements.Conduct feasibility studies and prepare procurement and cost advisory reports for Data Center and mission‑critical developments, including greenfield and brownfield projects.Review Data Center construction and MEP design documentation (civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, CSA, IT/low‑voltage systems) and prepare detailed quantity take‑offs, contract documentation, and cost plans.Prepare, review, and manage detailed cost estimates and cost plans across all project stages (concept, schematic, detailed design, construction, and close‑out) for high‑CAPEX Data Center projects.Lead and manage estimating and cost planning activities, taking ownership of the final Data Center cost plan, including presentation to clients and senior stakeholders.Apply Value Management (VM) and Value Engineering (VE) techniques specific to Data Centers, focusing on resilience, redundancy (N+1 / 2N), constructability, scalability, and lifecycle efficiency, engaging Turner & Townsend’s specialist teams as required.Manage and lead the procurement and contracting strategy for Data Center projects, including:Pre‑qualification of vendors and contractorsIssuance and management of RFPsBid analysis and evaluationCost and commercial negotiationsContract award recommendations and contract preparationAdminister post‑contract cost control, ensuring that change management processes are implemented effectively, including:Assessment and valuation of change ordersTracking design changes impacting critical systemsMaintaining accurate and up‑to‑date project budgetsManage cost checks, valuations, and progress assessments aligned with construction sequencing and Data Center commissioning milestones.Prepare and issue monthly post‑contract cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and cost‑to‑complete analyses, presenting findings to the client and senior leadership.Lead life‑cycle costing (LCC) and total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses for Data Center assets, supporting informed business and investment decisions.Ensure final accounts are negotiated, agreed, and closed out in accordance with contractual and financial governance requirements.Develop and maintain strong client, consultant, contractor, and vendor relationships, acting as a key interface across all stages of the Data Center project lifecycle.Provide regular reporting on estimated cost vs. approved budget, identifying risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies for cost and schedule performance.Where applicable, lead and mentor a cost management team, ensuring delivery of assigned responsibilities in line with quality and performance standards.Support staff management activities, including recruitment interviews, resource planning, and participation in performance reviews for junior team members.Contribute to knowledge management, ensuring lessons learned, benchmarking data, and best practices from Data Center projects are captured and shared within Turner & Townsend systems.Support financial management activities, utilizing internal financial systems to track project margins, fee performance, and monthly resource forecasts.Identify and implement process improvements to enhance cost management efficiency, accuracy, and project delivery excellence.Liaise closely with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors, including regular site engagement and coordination with construction and commissioning teams.Review and approve subcontractor proposals, payment applications, invoices, and change requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual terms.Advise the Project Manager and Client on forecast cost risks, potential overruns, and corrective actions to protect project outcomes.Travel to project sites as required, including the ability to work from site locations or be site‑based for extended periods when necessary.Carry out all duties in accordance with the professional grade and Turner & Townsend quality, governance, and ethical standards.