Cost Manager (QS Procurement Lead) - Data Centre Projects

About the role

Turner & Townsend is hiring a QS Procurement Lead to drive end-to-end procurement strategy for large-scale data centre and mission-critical projects. The role focuses on commercial procurement, tender management and contract award across high-value CSA and MEP packages, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, contract compliance and timely delivery in a fast-paced project environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy, sourcing plans and package structuring, and manage trade packaging for CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (HVAC, electrical, ELV, fire protection)
• Align procurement timelines with the project programme and drive value engineering, cost optimisation and market benchmarking
• Manage the full tender lifecycle (RFQ/RFP, issuance, bid analysis, award) and conduct commercial bid evaluations
• Negotiate contracts with contractors and suppliers, clarifying scope, pricing, specifications and risk allocation
• Draft and manage contracts, subcontracts and procurement documentation under frameworks such as FIDIC and NEC
• Manage procurement of key MEP systems (HVAC cooling, MV/LV electrical, UPS, generators) and coordinate with engineering and design teams
• Build relationships with contractors, vendors and supply chain partners and act as the key commercial interface
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, audit requirements and governance frameworks, and maintain accurate documentation

Required profile

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Engineering or a related field
• 6-10 years' experience in procurement or commercial roles within construction or infrastructure
• Strong experience managing CSA and MEP procurement packages
• Proven track record in tendering, contract negotiation and cost planning and control

Required skills

• Familiarity with FIDIC and NEC contracts
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management and analytical skills