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Cost Engineer – Data Center Construction

On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

At least 3 years of experience in cost engineering, quantity surveying, or cost management in large construction projects (experience in data centers is preferred but not mandatory). Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Finance, or a related field. Experience in supporting GMP, reimbursable, or target cost contracts, including payment application review and cost reconciliation. Proficient understanding of cost reporting, forecasting, change management, and commercial governance processes. Skilled in using cost management tools and systems, such as Excel-based cost trackers or reporting platforms. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a client-facing, multi-disciplinary team environment.

About the job


Turner & Townsend is on the lookout for a talented Cost Engineer to become a part of our expanding Data Center team in Atlanta. This pivotal role is essential in delivering comprehensive cost management support throughout our intricate construction programs, particularly in areas such as payment application validation, cost reporting, and commercial assurance during all phases of the project lifecycle.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review, validate, and audit Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) payment applications submitted by general contractors and subcontractors.
  • Assist in formulating and maintaining detailed project budgets that encompass labor, materials, equipment, and services.
  • Conduct cost analysis, forecasting, and variance assessments to facilitate effective cost control measures.
  • Recognize potential commercial and financial risks and aid in developing mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare cost reports, dashboards, and progress updates for internal stakeholders and clients.
  • Work closely with project management, procurement, and contract management teams to provide support in cost planning and control.
  • Help identify cost efficiencies and value creation opportunities throughout project execution.
  • Assist in managing third-party quantity surveyors and validating construction cost estimates.
  • Maintain historical cost data to inform benchmarking and future estimating processes.
  • Support monthly cost reporting and tracking of performance metrics.
  • Adhere to SOX control responsibilities, as applicable.

About Turner & Townsend

Turner & Townsend is a leading global professional services firm with a workforce of over 22,000 across more than 60 countries. We collaborate with clients in the realms of real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to transform challenges into opportunities and complexities into successes. Our partnership approach enables us to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programs. Our expertise encompasses program, project, cost, asset, and commercial management, as well as controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero, and digital solutions. We are predominantly owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with significant minority interests held by our partners.

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