Join or sign in to find your next job Join to apply for the Head of Cost Management - Data Centres role at Goodman 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Head of Cost Management - Data Centres role at Goodman Direct message the job poster from Goodman About Goodman About Goodman At Goodman, your career is more than just a job – it’s about growth, innovation, and making a lasting impact. Whether you’re building your career in property, data centres, finance, legal, or beyond, we value diverse perspectives and seek individuals who are passionate about driving our business forward. As providers of essential infrastructure for the digital economy, Goodman has been developing its data centre capability since 2005. Since then, we have grown to become a large owner of powered sites globally. Our global power bank of 5.0GW includes completed facilities, secured power and potential data centre projects across 13 major international cities. This has been built up over time through our expertise in securing land, planning and power in highly sought after locations in major global cities. Head Of Cost Management – Data Centres At Goodman: The Head of Cost Management responsibilities include designing and deploying pricing strategies, providing cost planning input from early design stages, and establishing benchmarking standards. The role also involves reviewing and analyzing cost submissions, supporting development feasibilities for all costs, and providing input for value engineering and life cycle costing. Additionally, the role requires providing recommendations for tender processes, supporting change management during the construction phase, and maintaining best practice cost reporting templates. The role emphasizes building strong external relationships with key consultants, contractors, and suppliers. It requires extensive experience in pre- and post-contract cost management on varied Data Centre projects, relevant qualifications in project management or engineering, and at least ten years of relevant experience. The candidate should have project management experience, including RFP processes, budget development, and coordination of consultant teams. Strong contractual background, excellent negotiation and leadership skills, and an understanding of data analysis are also essential for this role. Day To Day: Pricing Strategy Design, align and deploy pricing strategies for the Data Centre pipeline Utilise a range of methods and options for the various stages of Data Centre feasibility assessment and project delivery Documenting the method and parties involved internal and external Planning Provide cost planning input from very early stages of design, using both benchmarked rates and area Benchmarking Establish standard Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and scope delineation rules Prepare templates and system for ongoing compilation and analysis of benchmarking Analysis Review and analyse cost submissions received from QS and / or contractors Interrogate any departures from benchmarking Recommend items for further analysis and justification Feasibility/Budgeting Provide input to development feasibility for all costs including utilities, construction, LLE and OPEX Cost Options Provide support to the Development team to structure cost options for future commitment Align cost options for customer flexibility and data hall deployment commitments Value Engineering Provide input to the Design and Development teams for Value Engineering options Life Cycle Costing Provide input to the Design and Development teams for Life Cycle Costing Review of LLE equipment tenders and maintenance and service offers Recommendation Provide recommendations for tender processes including GC, Open Book sub-contracts and LLE procurement Change Management Provide cost review input to the Development team during the construction phase Support administration of variations under the GC contract Reporting and Controls Establish and maintain best practice cost reporting templates and structure Support the development team in regular cost reporting External Relationships Build strong relationships with key consultants, contractors and suppliers Build and maintain a regular forum for ongoing relationship and intelligence sharing Leverage knowledge and engage necessary external parties when required. Requirements: Extensive experience in pre- and post-contract cost management on varied Data Centre projects. Extensive knowledge of the AU Data Centre market essential Relevant qualifications in project management, engineering, construction management. Plus a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience within cost management in construction Project management or project lead experience including RFQ/RFP process, selecting relevant engineering teams, developing budgets, coordinating multiple consultant teams, and facilitating meetings Demonstrated experience preparing detailed cost reports, conducting cost analysis, and identifying areas where cost savings can be achieved. Strong contractual background with excellent negotiation skills and the ability to achieve desirable outcomes Demonstrated understanding of data analysis Strong Microsoft Excel background in building templates and analysing data Demonstrated understanding of data analysis and presentation via Power BI or similar Demonstrated team leadership and influencing skills The Benefits: At Goodman we know that our people are integral to our company success. That’s why we have implemented some fantastic benefits for all to experience, these include: Paid Parental Leave Study assistance for postgraduate and undergraduate courses Discretionary bonus scheme Eligibility to participate in Goodman’s share scheme Wellness program that focuses on the health and wellbeing, including exercise classes, meditation, yoga, social events, exclusive discounts, cooking classes, financial wellbeing seminars and more. About Goodman Goodman is a provider of essential infrastructure. We own, develop and manage high quality, sustainable logistics properties and data centres in major global cities, that are critical to the digital economy. We’re a collaborative team with a shared vision to make the world a better place for our customers, our investors, our people, and the communities we operate in. We value innovation, integrity, determination, and sustainability, and our purpose is simple: to make space for greatness in everything we do. Goodman encourages innovation at every level. We seek individuals who are eager to challenge conventional thinking, drive change, and develop new ideas that contribute to a sustainable and successful business. Your creativity and forward-thinking approach can make a tangible difference today and long into the future. 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