Lead MEP Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Data Center Construction

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Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Lead Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor with a strong focus on Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems to join our team supporting large-scale, mission-critical data center developments. This role will serve as the key day-to-day client interface, ensuring objectives are met through the delivery of a value-added cost management service.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a client-facing role. You will provide leadership and direction while promoting Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values, and vision.

Regular on-site visits required approximately 35 miles south of Atlanta.


Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and present detailed cost estimates and cost plans for MEP systems across all project phases.
• Estimate and negotiate change orders, reconcile data, and ensure accuracy in contractor submissions.
• Perform quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project budgets, track financial performance, and analyze pricing and cost impacts.
• Prepare funding data presentations and monthly cost reports for stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate cost validation and auditing processes.
• Review contractor and subcontractor pricing and lead negotiations to ensure fair contract pricing.
• Coordinate cost information from suppliers, subcontractors, and design teams.
• Support value engineering exercises and design optioneering.
• Identify and manage cost risks and contingency tracking.
• Produce executive summaries and written commentary on contractor submissions.
• Compile as-built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.
• Mentor junior team members and promote a collaborative, one-business culture.
• Display excellence in service delivery and uphold internal business management system

Project/Program specifications:

• Multi-billion dollar data center campus featuring multiple buildings.
• Extensive MEP system integration within large-scale construction projects.
• Experience in data center, mission critical, battery, semiconductor, or large industrial projects is strongly preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in cost management within the construction industry.
• Experience in data center construction is strongly preferred, or similar experience in major battery/semiconductor projects and/or large industrial projects.
• Proven experience managing MEP systems in large-scale projects.
• Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
• Progress toward RICS accreditation is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of procurement routes, value management, and engineering principles.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and excellent communication skills.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

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