Senior Cost Manager – Quantity Surveyor, Data Center Construction

Role Overview

• Provide estimating and cost planning, producing and presenting cost plans at key design milestones.
• Review and collaborate with design teams and GC/CM partners on progressive estimates and design‑to‑budget alignment.
• Lead value engineering, optioneering, and cost‑impact assessments to guide engineering priorities.
• Validate and reconcile GC/CM cost data; review subcontractor pricing and lead commercial negotiations.
• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Conduct cost checks, valuations, forecasting, and monthly cost reporting.
• Manage commitment tracking, contingency usage, and change control processes.
• Coordinate and validate all sources of cost information, including supplier pricing, subcontractor quotes, and A/E quantities.
• Prepare executive‑level written commentary on contractor submissions and cost updates.
• Support schedule‑driven delivery by resolving cost‑schedule issues proactively.
• Lead cost auditing, cost validation, and post‑contract cost variance reviews.
• Negotiate and close out final accounts; compile cost benchmarks for future phases.
• Liaise with client stakeholders across Bay Area corporate and engineering teams while supporting large‑scale data center construction in energy‑abundant regions.
• Mentor and develop team members; model best‑practice delivery and internal compliance standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–7+ years of relevant experience in cost management within the construction industry; construction consultancy experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership on medium to large, complex projects—ideally mission‑critical / data centers, industrial, or heavy MEP programs.
• Strong knowledge of procurement routes, value management, value engineering, and cost/risk management for fast‑track delivery.
• Proficiency in cost planning, estimating, change management, and commercial negotiations across the full project lifecycle.
• Excellent stakeholder communication with proven client‑facing experience; ability to translate cost drivers and risks for executive audiences.
• RICS accreditation (or working toward it) preferred.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Flexible working environment
• Professional development opportunities