Lead Cost Manager - Data Center Construction

About the Role

• Lead cost management across the project lifecycle, from budgeting and estimating to cost control, change management, and final account close‑out. • Develop and present detailed cost plans, budgets and estimates aligned with scope and objectives. • Prepare and deliver accurate monthly cost reports, forecasts and executive‑level presentations. • Maintain benchmarking data, historical cost records and lessons learned for continuous improvement. • Review design development and contractor pricing, provide commercial input and lead negotiations to ensure fair contract pricing. • Advise on procurement strategies, bid analysis and contract administration. • Oversee contingency tracking, commitment logs and cost impact reporting across multiple packages or phases. • Drive value‑engineering and design‑optimization initiatives to identify cost‑saving opportunities. • Coordinate with project controls and scheduling teams to align cost forecasts with progress updates. • Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering professional development and best practices. • Contribute to enhancing internal cost‑management tools, templates and processes. • Ensure compliance with internal financial systems, client‑specific requirements and regulatory controls. • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors and internal teams. • Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸cost management
• ▸budgeting
• ▸cost forecasting
• ▸value engineering
• ▸procurement
• ▸compliance

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field. • 8–12+ years of progressive cost‑management experience, including leadership responsibilities. • Expertise in cost planning, budgeting, financial reporting and change management. • Strong knowledge of procurement strategies and commercial management of contracts. • Proficiency with industry‑standard cost‑management tools and software. • Advanced analytical, problem‑solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail. • Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills; experience on large‑scale, mission‑critical projects is a plus.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸8+ years
• ▸cost planning
• ▸procurement
• ▸cost software
• ▸leadership

Benefits

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Lead Cost Manager to oversee cost management for a large‑scale, mission‑critical data‑center construction program. The role may also be filled by strong senior cost managers or associate‑director‑level professionals. It offers a hybrid work arrangement with three days per week in the Seattle office and remote flexibility for the remaining days. The full‑time role offers a base salary range of $160 K‑$185 K, with final compensation determined by experience and qualifications. Turner & Townsend promotes a flexible, healthy work environment, values diversity and inclusion, and is an equal‑opportunity employer. Candidates are not required to pay any recruitment fees.

Work Environment

Onsite