Senior Cost Manager

Location: Sydney, NSW

Sector: Data Centre Construction

Employment Type: Permanent

 

Are you ready to take your career to the next level by working on some of the most significant and technically complex data centre projects in Australia? We are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to join a leading developer and operator of hyperscale data centre facilities.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to landmark developments at the forefront of the digital infrastructure boom. Based in Sydney, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-value projects while being part of a collaborative and high-performing team.

 

As a Senior Cost Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing cost management across the entire lifecycle of major data centre construction projects. Your key responsibilities will include:

•Leading cost planning, estimating, and budgeting from the design phase through to project completion.

•Managing cost reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis across multiple project packages.

•Overseeing tendering, procurement, and contract administration in alignment with the project’s commercial strategy.

•Reviewing and negotiating variations, claims, and contractor payment applications.

•Providing accurate and timely cost advice to project leadership to support critical decision-making.

•Identifying and managing commercial risks throughout the construction phase.

•Building and maintaining strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

•Supporting the development and implementation of cost management processes and best practices across the portfolio.

 

To excel in this role, you will bring:

•A degree qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.

•Proven experience in cost management within the construction industry, ideally in data centres, mission-critical facilities, industrial, or other complex technical building projects.

•A solid understanding of construction contracts and commercial risk management.

•Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and contractors.

•The ability to manage competing priorities across fast-paced, high-value projects.

•A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a genuine interest in the digital infrastructure sector.

 

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

•Collaborating with project directors and construction teams to ensure projects are delivered on budget.

•Preparing and presenting cost reports and forecasts to stakeholders.

•Managing procurement processes and ensuring compliance with commercial strategies.

•Monitoring contractor performance and addressing any cost-related issues.

•Conducting risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.

•Contributing to the continuous improvement of cost management practices within the organisation.

 

•The opportunity to work on some of the most significant data centre projects in Australia.

•A competitive salary package that reflects the scale and complexity of the role.

•Long-term career progression within a business with a strong project pipeline.

•A collaborative and high-performing team environment.

•The chance to be at the forefront of an industry experiencing rapid growth.

 

If you are an experienced cost management professional with a passion for delivering high-quality, technically complex projects, we encourage you to apply. Even if you don’t meet every qualification listed, we welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience and a keen interest in the digital infrastructure space.