Cost Consultant - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend • Gilbert, AZ • 4h ago

Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cost Consultant / 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.

We are ideally looking for a local candidate. However, we will consider remote candidates who bring exceptional experience and qualifications to the role.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain detailed project budgets, including labor, materials, equipment, and services.

Perform comprehensive cost analysis and forecasting to ensure projects stay within budget.

Identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Prepare and present detailed cost reports and progress updates to project managers and stakeholders.

Collaborate with project teams, procurement, and contract management to ensure cost control and planning advice.

Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in project design and execution.

Engage and manage third-party quantity surveyors and validate construction cost estimates.

Update and maintain a repository for historical cost data to inform future projects.

Define and track cost performance metrics, leading monthly cost reporting and analysis.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years' experience in cost engineering, with a focus 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.

Additional Information

On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV's that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV's will be treated as a direct application.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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