Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates through design and delivery phases, leveraging industry benchmarks and technical documentation.
Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and funding data to stakeholders.
Coordinate all sources of cost information for robust cost validation and auditing.
Compile built cost records for benchmarking and continuous improvement.
Lead procurement strategy development, contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation, and commercial negotiations.
Manage final accounts and ensure timely agreement.
Own change control throughout the lifecycle: review, estimate, negotiate, and reconcile change orders.
Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency management, and commitment tracking.
Ensure robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management (EVM).
Integrate cost with schedule and scope, coordinating closely with project controls and scheduling teams.
Monitor market trends and provide timely insights.

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field.
5–7+ years in cost management or project controls within mission–critical, high–tech, or industrial construction environments.
Solid understanding of MEP systems, resilience requirements, and campus–scale infrastructure common to hyperscale developments.
Strong foundation in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, and EVM.
Expertise in procurement strategies and the commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts.
RICS accreditation or progress toward certification is advantageous.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and problem–solving abilities with high attention to detail.
Proficiency with industry–standard cost management tools and software.

Senior Cost / Quantity Surveyor Manager – Data Center Construction

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