Senior Cost Manager – Quantity Surveyor, Data Center Construction

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Mexico.

📋 Description

• Assist in managing a large-scale, multi-phase construction program located in Southern New Mexico.

• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders on a daily basis.

• Oversee project costs, commercial management, and financial controls throughout the duration of the project.

• Estimate and negotiate change orders across various project phases and work packages.

• Provide cost planning and estimation services, including the creation and presentation of final cost plans.

• Collaborate with design services teams and general contractors to review and participate in the development of cost estimates.

• Reconcile project changes and confirm the accuracy of data provided by general contractors.

• Collect project status updates and prepare revisions to cost estimates.

• Draft written comments and executive summaries regarding contractor submissions.

• Coordinate cost data from suppliers, subcontractors, quantity data, and design teams.

• Prioritize engineering tasks based on their cost implications.

• Proactively address scheduling conflicts.

• Manage cost assessments and valuations for larger projects.

• Engage in post-contract cost variance analysis and change control processes.

• Oversee cost impact assessments, manage contingencies, and maintain commitment tracking logs.

• Prepare presentations for funding data and facilitate value engineering sessions.

• Develop and refresh cost plans and estimates through various design milestones.

• Offer commercial insights during design optioneering and value engineering efforts.

• Evaluate pricing from contractors and subcontractors while leading negotiations with clients.

• Conduct quantity surveying, cost management, and change control activities.

• Maintain processes for cost auditing and validation.

• Generate monthly cost reports for client presentations.

• Negotiate and finalize accounts in a timely manner.

• Compile built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.

• Identify, mentor, and coach talent within the team.

• Monitor margin levels and monthly forecasts for fees/resources utilizing internal software.

• Uphold Business Management Systems and delivery methodologies.

• Comply with applicable SOX control responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field within construction.

• At least 5-7 years of pertinent experience in a cost management capacity within the construction sector.

• RICS accreditation or active pursuit of accreditation is preferred.

• Proven experience in leading cost management for medium to large construction projects of moderate to high complexity.

• Strongly preferred experience in construction consultancy.

• Solid understanding of technical aspects of the construction industry, including procurement methods, value management, and value engineering.

• Preferred experience in supporting large-scale commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or campus-style construction programs.

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Capable of working independently with minimal oversight.

• Experience in client-facing roles.

• On-site attendance and requirements may vary based on client needs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility to work remotely for professionals based in the greater Albuquerque area.

• A healthy, productive, and adaptable working environment.

• Support for a balanced work-life experience.

• Commitment to an equal opportunity and inclusive workplace.

• Assurance of confidentiality regarding applicant information.