Senior Construction Cost Analyst Global Data Center Portfolio

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Job Description

Turner & Townsend are engaged to support our client with many complex projects, and we are seeking the ideal Senior Cost Analyst responsible for data management, analytics and dashboard reporting development for our technology client's Global Data Center Portfolio. As part of this role, you may also be required to perform cost management duties for related projects. Responsibilities:

• Analyze cost trends, issues and opportunities for a global data center portfolio. Projects are across various regions, in different construction stages and ranging from small colocation fit-out to large hyperscale lease.
• You will likely perform a variety of analyses such as benchmarking, trend identification, growth forecasting to add value to problem-solving discussions.
• Provide insights and/or recommendations based on analysis to facilitate internal initiatives.
• Ability to present analysis findings in a clear concise and professional manner.
• Identify ways to improve and streamline processes with the use of software tools and/or automation.
• Review contractor and subcontractor pricing against benchmarks, including identifying and negotiating outliers.
• Develop and maintain project cashflow forecasts and accruals on a monthly basis.
• Analyze project budgets against program-wide benchmarks and ongoing cost trends.
• If necessary, provide recommendations to the client on project funding needs based on those benchmarks and cost trends.
• Support the client in compiling information required for capital planning requests (funding).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of using technical skills such as benchmarking, data modeling, and statistical methods to solve problems.
• Previous commercial experience in data center or industrial / manufacturing projects.
• Advanced software skills in Excel and Power BI Dashboards.
• UAT/QA experience is helpful.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to thrive in a client-facing role.
• Good organization skills, ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be a team player.

Additional Information

Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Senior Construction Cost Analyst Global Data Center Portfolio position is $100,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Senior Construction Cost Analyst Global Data Center Portfolio position is $125,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

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

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