Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction
HybridAshburn, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle while producing and presenting final cost plans. Collaborate with design teams and general contractors to review estimates, reconcile changes, and validate contractor data for accuracy. Coordinate with stakeholders to prepare cost estimate updates, consolidate data from suppliers and subcontractors, and produce written reports on submissions. Manage cost checks, valuations, and reporting across large-scale projects, overseeing cost control, contingency management, and commitment tracking. Lead value engineering sessions, review contractor pricing, and support final account negotiations and closeout processes. Mentor junior team members and ensure consistent application of internal systems and delivery methodologies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field
- A minimum of 6-7 years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, or commercial management within large-scale construction
- Strong knowledge of cost control, change management, and contract administration
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Ability to lead meetings, influence stakeholders, and drive commercial outcomes
- Proficiency in cost management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- On-site presence
- SOX control responsibilities adherence
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting mission-critical or data center projects
- Proven experience managing costs across complex, multi-phase construction programs
- Professional certifications (MRICS, PMP, CCP, or similar)
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