Major Data Centre Projects across the UK and Europe
National Opportunities | Multiple UK Offices | Hybrid Working
Competitive Salary + Car Allowance and Benefits
Permanent | Full Time
Tempest Jones has been retained by a leading international property and construction consultancy to support the continued expansion of its Data Centre Cost Management team.
We are looking to appoint experienced Cost Managers at Associate and Associate Director level, alongside strong Senior Cost Managers who are ready to take the next step in their careers.
This is a national search rather than a vacancy tied to one city. The successful candidates can be based from the most suitable UK office for where they live, working on a hybrid basis and collaborating with colleagues and clients across the country.
The consultancy already has a strong position within the data centre market. Its design and project management teams are involved in a significant portfolio of major hyperscale developments, and there is an established pipeline of projects across the UK and Europe.
The continued investment in cost management will allow the business to provide a broader service across these projects. You will therefore be joining a growing specialist team, but one supported by existing clients, live opportunities and the wider capability of an established international consultancy.
The Opportunity
You will take responsibility for the commercial and cost management of major data centre developments, working with clients and project teams from the early stages of a project through procurement, construction and final account.
The precise scope of the role will depend on your experience. You may initially take responsibility for delivering a major commission, lead several projects or work across a wider client portfolio. At Associate Director level, you will also help develop client relationships, support colleagues and contribute to the continued growth of the team.
Your work is likely to include:
- Developing cost plans, budgets, forecasts and commercial reporting
- Advising clients on procurement, contracts and commercial strategy
- Managing tendering, contractor appointments and post-contract delivery
- Identifying and managing commercial risk
- Coordinating with clients, designers, project managers, contractors and consultants
- Supporting and developing Cost Managers and Quantity Surveyors within the team
You will have the opportunity to work on projects across the UK and Europe. Some international travel will be required, typically involving a European site visit for a couple of days approximately once a month, depending on your project responsibilities.
This provides genuine international exposure and the opportunity to see major developments first hand, without requiring you to be based overseas or spend extended periods away from home.
About You
We are particularly interested in people who have delivered data centre, hyperscale, colocation or other mission critical projects within a cost consultancy, multidisciplinary consultancy, contractor or client-side environment.
However, direct data centre experience is not essential.
The client is also open to experienced MEP Cost Managers and Quantity Surveyors who have a strong record of delivering technically complex projects and want to move into the data centre sector. This could include experience within advanced manufacturing, life sciences, pharmaceutical, industrial or technology-led developments.
You should be comfortable leading projects, advising clients and taking responsibility for commercial outcomes. You will also need the interpersonal skills to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and build trusted relationships with clients.
For an Associate Director appointment, we would expect experience leading major commissions, managing client relationships and helping develop other members of a team. Business development experience would be valuable, but this is not a role where you will be expected to create an offering from nothing. The wider business already has established data centre clients and a strong pipeline of work.
Chartered status through the RICS or another relevant professional body would be advantageous, although candidates with strong equivalent experience will also be considered.
Why Join?
This opportunity offers the balance of an established business and a developing team.
You will have access to major projects, international clients and the resources of a multidisciplinary consultancy, while joining the Cost Management team at a stage where you can still influence its development and establish yourself as a senior member of the data centre offering.
The business can offer:
- A secured pipeline of major data centre projects across the UK and Europe
- A national role based from a suitable regional office
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Regular exposure to European projects and clients
- The opportunity to lead significant commissions
- Genuine scope for career progression as the team expands
- A competitive salary, car allowance and wider benefits package
This is suitable for an established Associate or Associate Director looking for stronger project exposure and future progression. It could also offer a compelling next step for a Senior Cost Manager who is already operating at Associate level and is ready for that responsibility to be formally recognised.
Associate / Associate Director - Data Centre Cost Management employer: Tempest Jones
Tempest Jones is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can lead significant regeneration projects across the North East. With a strong focus on collaboration and professional growth, employees benefit from a long-term project pipeline and opportunities to influence major developments in key cities like Durham and Newcastle. Join a respected team that values leadership and accountability, ensuring your contributions are recognised and impactful.
