Associate Director, Cost Management

Linesight • $100K — $130K *

Milwaukee, WI 53215In-Person

Real Estate & Construction

8 - 10 years of experience

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Qualifications

10+ years of construction experience with a focus on data centre cost management
Strong operational management experience in dynamic environments
Expertise in pre- and post-contract cost management specific to Data Centres
A degree or equivalent qualification in cost management or quantity surveying
Chartered status, preferably as a member of RICS
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to build strong client and team relationships.

Responsibilities

Act as key account manager, nurturing client relationships built on trust
Engage new clients and manage repeat projects with existing ones
Oversee strategic client projects ensuring alignment with objectives
Utilize cost management expertise to meet project deliverables
Negotiate favorable contract terms with clients and contractors
Mentor and lead team members towards high performance and growth
Deliver exceptional quality and value to clients.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth and development
Exposure to engaging, dynamic work environments
Chance to mentor and lead teams in achieving excellence
Involvement in high-stakes negotiations and strategic decision-making opportunities.

Full Job Description

Overview

In this role you will:

Act as the key account manager in the data centre team, developing client relationships based upon partnership and trust
Use your business development skills to engage new clients as well as repeat projects with existing clients
Oversee key strategic client projects.
Apply your wealth of cost management experience to achieve all project deliverables within contract performance measures
Expertly negotiate contract terms and commercial agreements with external clients and contractors
Foster top performance and growth for your employees via excellent mentorship and leadership
Lead your team to deliver impeccable quality and client value

We would love to hear from you if you:

Have strong operational management experience in a dynamic environment
Have experience in pre- and post-contract cost managementwithin Data Centres
Have 10+ years' experience in construction withpreviouscost management experience in thedata centre sector
Have confidence to head up meetings with clients
Have a degree or comparable experience in a cost management or quantity surveying
Arechartered and ideally amember of the RICS
Are an excellent communicator verbally and in writing
Thrive on building strong relationships with your team and clients through a shared purpose and sense of openness and fun

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually with video required.

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Joining Linesight offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic global team of professionals who lead with innovation and expertise in the construction and project management industry.

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At Linesight, job opportunities abound for those looking to push the boundaries of their professional capabilities. Linesight is dedicated to helping some of the most well-known companies around the world achieve efficiency and effectiveness through expert project management. Transform projects and industries by leveraging Linesight's deep industry knowledge combined with a commitment to innovation and leadership. Linesight stands at the forefront of the industry, providing a unique blend of technical expertise and innovative thinking. Engage with a diverse team of professionals to navigate complex challenges and deliver high-quality outcomes for clients worldwide.

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