(MEP) Senior Cost Manager – Data Centre at Turner Townsend

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Management, Budgeting, Financial Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Delivery, Team Leadership, Communication, Collaboration, Risk Management, Contract Administration, Cost Estimation, Value Engineering, MEP Focus, Procurement Strategies, Change Management, D365

Industry

Construction

Description

Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com Job Description Role Summary As a Senior Cost Manager for Data Centre Projects with an MEP focus, you will oversee cost planning, budgeting, and commercial management across highly service‑driven and fast‑paced data centre developments. You will lead both pre‑ and post‑contract activities, ensure strong financial governance, and support decision‑making for key building services packages such as electrical and mechanical works. You will collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards. Team Leadership & Development Promote a collaborative, supportive, and accountable team culture. Mentor junior team members and support their growth, especially in areas related to MEP‑intensive projects. Support recruitment and onboarding of new members. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to support smooth project delivery. Build strong relationships through clear communication and timely follow‑ups. Help manage challenges or issues by proposing practical and commercially sound solutions. Facilitate structured meetings, reporting, and documentation. Project Strategy & Planning Review project requirements and cost expectations, providing insights on cost‑effective solutions. Help develop cost plans and estimates for key building services and general construction works. Support procurement strategies, especially for major building services and equipment. Project Controls & Reporting Serve as Commission Manager as required, overseeing full cost management delivery. Lead pre‑contract activities including estimates, tender reviews, and cost plans. Lead post‑contract activities including monthly cost reporting, change management, and cashflow updates. Support value engineering efforts and cost‑saving initiatives related to building services and overall project delivery. Ensure cost and financial controls align with project schedules and risk plans. Financial & Risk Management Support commercial negotiations related to building services and general construction packages. Manage contract administration and ensure compliance with internal processes. Oversee invoicing workflows in D‑365, including: Reviewing invoice data for accuracy Coordinating with finance teams Monitoring approvals and resolving issues Ensuring alignment with client billing requirements Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction, Engineering, or related field. Minimum 7 years’ experience in cost management or construction projects, with exposure to MEP or service‑heavy environments (e.g., data centres, industrial, commercial buildings). Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder‑management skills. Comfortable working in client‑facing roles that require advisory skills and sound commercial judgement. Proficiency with CostX or similar cost estimation software. Business‑level English and native proficiency in the local language. Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ #LI-LL1 Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. Department: Real estate

Responsibilities

As a Senior Cost Manager, you will oversee cost planning, budgeting, and commercial management for data centre projects, ensuring timely and quality delivery. You will lead pre- and post-contract activities, collaborating with various stakeholders to manage costs effectively.