Senior Project Cost Controls Consultant – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

. Lead project controls, cost management, and schedule oversight for large-scale mission-critical and data center construction programs .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project controls, cost management, and schedule oversight for large-scale construction programs, with a strong focus on change control, contract administration, and risk management. Proficient in utilizing industry-standard tools and methodologies to ensure project delivery within budget and schedule constraints.

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Project Controls ManagementCost ManagementChange Order ReviewPrimavera P6 ExpertiseContract Administration

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Hard Skills

Cost TrackingChange ControlBudget ManagementSchedule OversightReport WritingRisk AnalysisDocument ControlCost BenchmarkingAs-Built Cost EstimationOwner-Furnished Equipment Management

Soft Skills

Self-OrganizationCoordinationPlanningCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointPrimavera P6Microsoft Project

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementCost ManagementQuantity SurveyingData Center ConstructionMission-Critical ProgramsChange Order TemplatesService AgreementsQA/QCSOX ControlsProject Closeout

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project controls, cost management, and schedule oversight for large-scale mission-critical and data center construction programs
Manage cost and change control, including change order review, negotiation, recommendations, and delay analysis
Track change orders, contingencies, budgets, invoices, payment applications, and project charges
Produce weekly progress reports, monthly management reports, review reports, and earned value reports
Review general contractor cost tracking reports and reconcile actual costs with GMP/Schedule of Values
Develop and maintain RFP, SOW, and change order templates
Support proposals, negotiations, contracts, purchase orders, and service agreements
Develop and track owner-furnished equipment and supplier delivery plans
Manage contract administration, including retention, terms and conditions, insurance, allowances, contingencies, and incentives
Maintain cost benchmarking databases and compile as-built cost estimate records
Maintain on-site records and document control for change orders, invoices, payments, lien releases, and other project documents
Initiate and manage project closeout, including warranties, as-builts, and O&M manuals
Attend change control and cost meetings, risk meetings, and maintain the risk log
Monitor, track, and analyze schedule progress in the field
Ensure QA/QC and applicable SOX controls are followed
Collaborate with project managers, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver projects within budget, schedule, quality, and governance requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a construction-related field
Minimum 5–7 years of applicable experience
Advanced spreadsheet, report writing, and presentation skills
Skilled in industry-accepted applications for cost, planning, and progress measurement
High level of self-organization, coordination, and planning
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Expertise using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work opportunities
Healthy, productive, and flexible working environment
Work-life balance support
Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace
Confidential handling of personal information