Senior Cost Manager

Note: This is US based role. The job is open for UK candidates who are interested in relocation to US for job. Visa support provided.

Job Title: (Senior) Cost Manager – Data Center Projects across US

Location: this is Client facing field/onsite role

• Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying

Summary: The Cost Manager will lead cost management activities for data center construction projects, from pre-construction planning through project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered within budget, accurately managing cost and change, and reporting effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Budget Development and Management:

Develop and manage detailed project budgets, including cost estimates, contingency planning, and financial forecasts for data center construction projects.

• Cost Planning & Estimating:

Conduct cost planning and estimating activities, including preparing detailed cost analyses, market pricing investigations, and developing cost models for data center construction components.

• Cost Control and Variances:

Monitor and control project costs, identifying and analyzing cost variances, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and recommending corrective actions.

• Change Management:

Manage change control processes, including impact assessments, change requests, and cost implications for all data center construction activities.

• Cost Reporting and Analysis:

Prepare and present regular cost reports and analyses, including performance tracking, budget status updates, and trend analyses.

• Value Engineering:

Implement and manage value engineering opportunities to achieve project cost optimization.

• Stakeholder Management:

Collaborate with project teams, clients, and suppliers to ensure effective cost management and stakeholder alignment.

• Risk Assessment:

Assess and manage project cost risks, developing mitigation plans for data center construction.

Requirements:

Experience:

5+ years of experience in cost management, ideally within the data center construction industry, with demonstrable experience in managing budgets and cost variances.

• Knowledge:
• In-depth knowledge of data center construction cost management practices, methodologies, and tools.
• Understanding of construction methods and materials used in data center construction.
• Proficiency in cost estimating, budgeting, and financial forecasting techniques.
• Working knowledge of construction procurement strategies, contract law and commercial management.
• Strong understanding of change management processes.
• Skills:
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and relevant cost management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.