Cost Manager - Data Centres in London

Company DescriptionTurner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior MEP Cost Manager specialising in Data Centres to join our team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing cost planning and commercial management activities for mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems on complex data centre projects. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain detailed cost estimates for MEP systems within data centre projects. Analyse and report on cost variances, providing recommendations to improve value and commercial performance. Collaborate with project teams to support cost-effective and efficient design solutions. Provide specialist advice and guidance on MEP systems and associated costs to clients and project stakeholders. Monitor and forecast project cash flow performance. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements and project procedures. Support the development of colleagues through mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing. QualificationsBachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related fieldProfessional certification from a recognised body such as RICS or CIOBMinimum 7-10 years of experience in MEP cost management, with a focus on data centre projectsAdvanced knowledge of MEP systems and data centre infrastructureProficiency in cost estimation software (e.g., CostX, Causeway)Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detailExcellent communication and negotiation skillsProven project management expertiseIn-depth understanding of data centre design and construction principlesComprehensive knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to MEP systems and data centresDemonstrated experience in contract administration and procurementAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environmentStrong leadership skills with the capacity to mentor junior team membersAdditional InformationOur inspired people share our vision and mission. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: TwitterInstagramLinkedInIt is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. Construction