Full-Time Cost Engineer - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cost Engineer to join our data center team. This role involves managing and analyzing costs for data center construction projects, ensuring financial efficiency and accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain detailed project budgets (labor, materials, equipment, services).
2. Perform comprehensive cost analysis and forecasting to ensure projects stay within budget.
3. Identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
4. Prepare and present detailed cost reports and progress updates to project managers and stakeholders.
5. Collaborate with project teams, procurement, and contract management for cost control and planning advice.
6. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in project design and execution.
7. Engage and manage third-party quantity surveyors and validate construction cost estimates.
8. Update and maintain a repository for historical cost data to inform future projects.
9. Define and track cost performance metrics, leading monthly cost reporting and analysis.
10. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, adhered to where applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in cost engineering, focusing on data center construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, proficiency in cost estimation software, excellent communication and presentation abilities, and a solid understanding of financial forecasting and cost accounting principles.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to thrive in a client-facing role.
• Good organization skills, ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be a team player.

Note: On-site presence requirements may change.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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