Senior Cost Manager – Quantity Surveyor, Data Center Construction

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

📋 Description

• Create and uphold comprehensive cost plans and estimates throughout the design and delivery phases.

• Generate and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and funding data.

• Collaborate with design teams, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to validate and audit cost information.

• Assemble built cost records for benchmarking and ongoing improvements.

• Spearhead the development of procurement strategies, conduct pricing reviews, validate scopes, and lead commercial negotiations.

• Oversee final accounts to ensure timely agreements.

• Manage change control processes, including the review, estimation, negotiation, and reconciliation of change orders.

• Handle post-contract cost variances effectively.

• Assist with cost risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency management, and tracking of commitments.

• Ensure the establishment of robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management where applicable.

• Integrate costs with schedules and scope alongside project controls and scheduling teams.

• Advocate for engineering priorities based on cost implications and lead initiatives in value engineering and cost optimization.

• Monitor market trends and provide timely insights.

• Serve as the primary interface for clients.

• Prepare executive-level updates, provide feedback on general contractor submissions, and revise cost estimates.

• Ensure compliance with internal business management systems and delivery methodologies.

• Guide and mentor junior team members.

• Oversee margins and monthly forecasting of fees/resources.

• Comply with SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• 5-7+ years of experience in cost management, particularly supporting mission-critical data center projects.

• Strong skills in cost planning, forecasting, change management, procurement, and project controls.

• Willingness to travel to the Frederick, Maryland project site for major activities, spending approximately 3-4 days onsite each month.

• Experience in construction consultancy is highly preferred.

• Solid knowledge of MEP systems, resilience considerations, and campus-scale infrastructure typical in hyperscale developments.

• Strong background in budgeting, financial reporting, cost control systems, and Earned Value Management (EVM).

• Expertise in procurement strategies and commercial management of contractor/vendor contracts.

• RICS accreditation or progress toward certification is a plus.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.

• Proficient in industry-standard cost management tools and software.

• Ability to thrive in a remote work environment while maintaining engagement with onsite project teams and stakeholders.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employees may qualify for bonuses.

• Comprehensive benefits package available.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Support for work-life balance.

• Reimbursement for approved business travel expenses.

• Mileage reimbursement offered.

• Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace culture.