CSA/MEP Quantity Surveyor (Data Center Construction)
As a CSA/MEP Quantity Surveyor (Cost Manager) at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams, fostering a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will gain extensive industry experience that will open doors for you, extend your skillset, and broaden your perspective. We will empower, support, and enable you to take real responsibility in your role, allowing you to take charge of your career progression with us. You will be mentored and supported by industry leaders and provided with the tools to grow. Additionally, you will contribute to our business strategy as we continue to evolve. For us, lasting trusted relationships are everything, both with our teams and our clients.
In this role, you will:
* Participate actively in the tender/bid process—from initial documentation through analysis and reporting.
* Manage change processes—identifying, analyzing, approving, and implementing changes affecting project costs.
* Analyze tenders/bids to ensure client value for money.
* Assist in preparing and agreeing on final accounts, including claims, to ensure clients receive the best value.
* Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments.
* Oversee project expenditure by creating valuations and cost reports, and communicate variations clearly to your team.
* Support agile project management and decision-making through excellent cost documentation and timely communication.
* Support the resolution of construction disputes/loss and expense claims transparently.
* Foster high performance and growth among team members through mentorship and leadership.
We would love to hear from you if you:
* Have experience as a senior quantity surveyor/cost manager, preferably from a consultancy background.
* Have experience in pre-contract cost management, including budget control, cost planning, and preparing change requests, with knowledge of alternative construction materials.
* Ideally, have experience in data center projects or large-scale complex projects.
* Are chartered or on the path to becoming chartered; we can assist with this.
* Possess a degree or equivalent experience in project management or construction.
* Are an excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing.
* Enjoy a dynamic environment with the opportunity to manage priorities and deadlines independently.
* Thrive on building strong relationships with team and clients through shared purpose and openness.
All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required. CVs must be submitted in English.
About us
Since 1974, we’ve been providing construction consultancy services that keep clients returning. Our people are key to our success. It takes a special kind of togetherness to create our vibrant, authentic culture. We overcome challenges together, deliver better projects, and leverage innovation. We see potential in our people and empower them. We are a business on a journey—an agile, proud-to-be-different organization. We are Linesight: Dynamic. Driven. Different.
Our approach to DE&I
At Linesight, we believe our success depends on our employees' success. We are committed to creating a fair, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We implement policies and initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at every stage—from hiring and onboarding to promotion and development. Our core principles include fairness, transparency, and gender pay gap checks. Employee and family-friendly policies further support inclusion and equity.
About Cost Management
Our cost management teams deliver cost predictability, assurance, and value for money on prestigious, cutting-edge projects worldwide. Join our collaborative, close-knit teams with deep expertise in international, regional, and local construction costs and benchmarks. We promote mentoring and reverse mentoring at all levels, supporting your professional growth regardless of experience or seniority.
“I was initially attracted to Linesight by the project portfolio, especially its diversity across sectors and regions. It’s a dynamic team of great people, with a positive work environment and a proactive approach to achieving optimal outcomes for clients, with plenty of opportunities to work on world-class projects.”
John O’Sullivan
Director - Project Management
“Linesight is a professional, highly skilled, efficiently driven, and vibrant consultancy. It stands out due to consistent support from managers and colleagues.”
Project Manager
“In a growing organization, the opportunity to travel and grow professionally and personally is significant. Taking the initiative to relocate demonstrates a willingness to contribute to leadership and growth in new regions.”
Senior Director, Europe
“Thanks to Linesight, I have the chance to work in Italy's rapidly expanding data center sector, with a collaborative team, in a safe and healthy environment, with many growth opportunities, as the company is committed to sustainable, long-term development.”
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