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Turner & Townsend

Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

Published 13 May 2026
San Antonio, TX, USA
Full Time

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Social Media
Risk Management
Change Management
Infrastructure
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MS Excel
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Description

The role involves providing commercial management, cost control, and estimating services for a large-scale data center construction program. The individual will act as a client-facing partner to communicate cost status, risks, and recommendations to various stakeholders. Responsibilities include preparing cost plans, cash flow forecasts, and funding summaries while collaborating with design teams and contractors. The position requires leading pre- and post-contract cost management, including the validation of contractor submissions and the negotiation of change orders. Additionally, the role entails maintaining forecast models and participating in value engineering workshops to optimize project performance.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. The role requires professional experience in cost management or quantity surveying within the construction industry, specifically on large-scale or mission-critical projects. Applicants should possess a strong background in post-contract administration, change management, and commercial risk management. Proficiency in commercial management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Sage is required, and MRICS or PQS accreditation is strongly preferred.

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Turner & Townsend

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10385

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Horsforth, GB

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Description

Founded in 2001 in Sydney, TURNER is a multi-award-winning design firm, specialising in Architecture and Urban, Interior and Experiential Design, with offices in Sydney and London. As Cityshaping Alchemists, we bring the magic to shape places for people. Our folio of projects is extensive and evolving as we continue to create living, working and leisure spaces that energise communities and drive positive change for everyone. We believe design is for everyone and weave inclusivity, connectivity, and enjoyment into every aspect of our work, creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional. TURNER has recognised expertise in master planning, design, and delivery of some of Sydney’s most significant social infrastructure projects. We have a strong focus on place-making, sustainable communities, and innovative design solutions.

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