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Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

**Turner & Townsend** is seeking an experienced **Project / Cost Controls** professional to work onsite and support the construction and development of a new data center facility. This role focuses on managing the financial performance and project controls for large-scale building construction, including CSA and MEP systems, from pre-construction through closeout.

Responsibilities:

+ Manage and track project budgets across CSA and MEP construction scopes.

+ Develop and manage project control budgets in coordination with clients, contractors, and internal teams.

+ Set up and maintain project controls systems to track budgets, schedules, and performance metrics.

+ Monitor actual vs. forecast costs and perform variance analysis.

+ Actively manage the change control process and evaluate financial impacts of scope changes.

+ Track project hours, expenses, and costs, ensuring accurate reconciliation against forecasts.

+ Provide accurate and timely cost reporting at project and portfolio levels.

+ Operate and maintain integrated cost reporting platforms for budgets, commitments, and forecasts.

+ Submit monthly accruals for services, progress payments, and materials.

+ Develop and maintain cash flow projections, staffing plans, and contingency usage updates.

+ Support cost validation, progress valuations, and payment applications.

+ Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and finance teams to ensure financial alignment.

+ Facilitate and lead monthly project status report (PSR) reviews with leadership.

+ Participate in site walks and construction meetings to support cost tracking.

+ Identify and mitigate financial risks related to delays, overruns, and scope changes.

+ Record historical cost data and lessons learned to support continuous improvement.

+ Produce clear visualizations and reports for stakeholder communication.

+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

+ Ability to work onsite with the client in Tucson, AZ.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Finance, or a related field.

+ 5+ years of experience in project controls and cost management for large-scale data center, mission critical or relatable large building projects

+ Strong understanding of CSA and MEP construction methodologies and sequencing.

+ Experience across the full EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) lifecycle.

+ Proficiency in integrated cost reporting platforms and data tools (e.g., Excel, MS Access); ERP system experience is a plus.

+ Skilled in cost control, scheduling, risk management, and performance measurement.

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across multidisciplinary teams.

+ Ability to manage large volumes of data and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

+ Familiarity with construction procurement methods, contract types, and compliance frameworks.

+ Experience supporting monthly financial reviews and executive reporting.

Additional Information

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

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/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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