Cost Control Construction Specialist, NA in Penrith

Vantage is looking for an ambitious and self-starting Cost Control Construction Specialist to drive core project coordination efforts across a wide spectrum of ongoing construction projects. Daily responsibilities include change order management, meeting coordination, administration of project observation reports, project financials, and transition of close-out documentation to operations. Regular partnership and coordination is required with internal resources and design-build contractors.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, manage, and maintain relationships with vendors and internal team members to ensure smooth operations and project execution.
• Drive vendor onboarding and set-up processes in a timely and efficient manner.
• Create and validate vendor contracts, new vendor setup documentation, and purchase orders.
• Facilitate weekly project reporting and ensure compliance with project documentation controls and file specifications.
• Monitor vendor performance through established KPIs and report findings to operations leadership.
• Identify and mitigate delivery risks while ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Manage project authorization, contracts, and PO processing for vendors involved in various projects.
• Ensure vendors and contractors are paid accurately and on time, while reviewing budgets and leading change order requests.
• Prepare and produce reports tracking vendor spending and provide analytical recommendations based on vendor performance and cost.
• Audit and organize documents in systems like Procore and maintain file accuracy and accessibility.
• Act as a liaison between accounting, legal, and operational teams to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
• Own and manage team collaboration tools, such as Microsoft Teams, and develop standardized templates for consistency.
• Ensure compliance with document control standards and enforce policies and procedures across staff members.
• Play a critical leadership role in defining organizational strategy and driving its execution.
• Partner with Executive Leadership in Engineering, Business Operations, and Customer Experience to develop and execute financial and operational goals.
• Support additional tasks and projects as assigned by management.
• Manage all US customer requests including creating SO's, attending customer meetings and update tracker.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s in construction management, or similar field, or equivalent experience is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience as a Project Coordinator in assisting or coordinating construction projects of growing complexity required.
• Data Center experience is preferred.
• Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a strong preference.
• Contract preparation experience is preferred.
• Expected travel is less than 5%, but may grow and evolve over time.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values. Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!