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Arcadis

Cost Manager - Data Center - Charleston SC

On site

San francisco, United states

Mid level

Full Time

24-10-2025

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Cost Manager - Data Center - Charleston SC
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role description
At Arcadis, we are proud to contribute to the construction of data centers throughout the United States, and we are always looking for amazing people to join our program! As our Data Center Program continues to expand, we are interested in meeting and speaking with experienced construction Cost Managers who possess deep skills related to the design and construction of complex capital construction projects or data centers. Please note: Cost Managers need to be on-site every day! Role accountabilities
Providing support to Project Teams throughout the project lifecycle
Providing project-level reports, including a detailed analysis of project cost and changes
Maintaining and controlling budgets from design concept through to project completion
Assisting with change management and control of total project costs (general contractors, direct suppliers, and professional appointments)
Analyzing projects to ensure that project funding is adequate by performing estimates, cost forecasts, cost trends, and accrual of actual costs
Developing cost estimates for civil, structural, architectural, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical disciplines
Preparing material, labor, and equipment cost estimates for concept designs, design development documents, bid documents, and change orders
Estimating and negotiating potential change orders
Completing cost validation and quantity surveying on an as-needed basis
Monitoring and audit compliance
Reconciling program and project controls data with the client's fiscal and financial controls systems
Presenting results of cost analyses to senior staff and clients Qualifications & Experience
5+ years of relevant experience, either with data center construction projects or complex capital construction projects
Strong software skills related to: Primavera P6, Excel, MS Office, Power BI, etc.
Understanding of the construction project process
Ability to engage with the client and key stakeholders at all levels using exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying) or equivalent work experience
Focus on health and safety Benefits
Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. Equal Opportunity, Diversity & Inclusion
Arcadis is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Salary range for this position is $100,000 to $140,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

About the Company

Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and consultancy to the next level, advising clients at every step of every project. From strategy and planning through to im... Know more