Data Center QS Manager

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.JLL es una empresa comprometida con la igualdad de oportunidades entre hombres y mujeres / JLL as a company is committed to equal opportunities for men and women.**We are looking for a Cost Manager of Projects Data Centres in Barcelona**We are JLL. We are a professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We help organizations around the world achieve their ambitions by owning, occupying and investing in real estate.At JLL, you will have a chance to innovate with the world’s leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. Role Purpose**The PMO (Project Management Office) Cost Manager is responsible for capex, cost control and financial management within the project management function. They play a critical role in ensuring that projects are delivered within the approved budget. The Cost Manager collaborates with project teams, finance teams, and stakeholders to develop accurate cost estimates, track project expenses, conduct financial analysis, and provide recommendations to optimize project costs.**What this job involves/ Key Responsibilities***Cost Estimation and Budgeting:** Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to establish project budgets.* Regularly review and update project budgets based on actual costs and cost forecasts.* Develop accurate and detailed project cost estimates during the planning phase managing the following project processes:* Prepare capex cost estimates for spend approval during scope definition, according to ensuring a high-quality estimate* Measurement of quantity and scope for each project using design information. Reviewing risk assessments, design and Technical Due Diligence provided by others* Market cost benchmarking and analysis* Collaborate with program managers, engineers, architects, clients, stakeholders and contractors on estimates*Cost Control and Monitoring:** Monitor project expenses and ensure they align with approved budgets.* Implement effective cost management processes and controls.*Financial Analysis and Reporting:** Analyse project costs, variances, and trends to provide valuable insights and recommendations.* Prepare financial reports and presentations for the client and project stakeholders.* Cooperate and support procurement team on commercial bid revision and during the tender clarification stage.* Lead any commercial clarifications with bidders on resource, prelims and construction package levels.* Vendor and Contract Management:** Collaborate with procurement and contract management teams to negotiate favourable contracts and pricing.* Evaluate vendor invoices and ensure accuracy and compliance with contract terms.* Stakeholder Collaboration:** Work closely with project managers and teams to ensure cost considerations are integrated into project planning and decision-making processes.* Collaborate with finance teams to align project budgets and financial forecasts.*Continuous Improvement:** Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging trends in project cost management.* Drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness in project management processes.* Develop and maintain global cost planning guidelines and templates for consistent approach to capex estimating.* Benchmarking data collection and analysis to help strategic decisions based on costs and benefits.**Experience*** Essential – Bachelor’s degree in building engineering, quantity surveying and / or MEP engineering discipline.* Minimum of 3 years´ experience of working for a consultant or general contractor, preferably in multi-cultural environment in a similar role;* Essential – excellent knowledge of projects construction supply chain.* Skills*** Excellent English written skills required to give the background of the project and its impact on the costs; Liaison with JLL’s other PMO client