Job Description
Senior Cost Consultant – Data Centers | Dallas TX
Key Responsibilities
- Support procurement activities by reviewing bids, analyzing financial documentation, and providing advice to clients on value engineering opportunities and overall project financial health.
- Assist clients with engaging general contractors and major plant vendors, including scope reviews, contract negotiations, and commercial terms.
- Oversee the financial management of general contractors, including reviewing and agreeing change orders / variations.
- Produce cost estimates at different stages of design development.
- Develop detailed project budgets and cost plans.
- Prepare and maintain cost reports in client-specific formats, monitoring trends, and communicating findings to manage expectations.
- Measure and report on mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEPH) works in line with client requirements.
- Price civil, structural, architectural, and MEPH works, including star rates, change orders, and estimates.
- Maintain accurate project records, schedules, and filing systems in accordance with client protocols.
- Act as the primary commercial liaison with clients, negotiating and resolving financial matters.
- Represent the business professionally in all client and contractor interactions.
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of MEPH systems and mission-critical / data center infrastructure.Ability to propose solutions to client technical challenges and proactively identify risks and opportunities related to evolving regulations or industry changes.Contribute to internal development of technical expertise and innovation across the firm.Skilled in processing and interpreting a wide range of cost data to provide robust advice and support negotiations.Capable of advising on costs across multiple U.S. regions, with adjustments for market conditions, location, and timing.Client Service
Build and maintain strong client relationships by addressing challenges and providing clear, actionable advice.Adapt communication and approach to suit different levels of technical knowledge within client teams.Remain responsive and flexible to evolving client requirements and expectations.Team Leadership
Set objectives and monitor performance of team members, offering feedback and support to aid professional development.Motivate and guide staff, addressing performance issues fairly and promptly.Delegate effectively to balance team workload and create growth opportunities for junior colleagues.Provide support to team members facing challenges and foster a collaborative work environment.Skills, Attributes & Qualifications
Senior-level cost consultancy / quantity surveying experience.Degree in Quantity Surveying (preferred).Significant data center project experience, with knowledge of the North American market.Familiarity with CSI MasterFormat.Strong written communication skills, able to draft clear, contractual, and professional documentation.Proficient in IT tools (Excel, Word, etc.) to support reporting and analysis.Solid knowledge of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and public health disciplines.Excellent grasp of core QS / estimating functions including procurement, cost estimating, measurement, and pricing of variations.