MEP Cost Manager

Associate MEP Cost Manager

Data Centres | Norway / Finland

The Opportunity

We are supporting a leading international consultancy in the appointment of an experienced Associate MEP Cost Manager to join a major data centre programme in the Nordics.

This is a senior client-facing cost leadership role focused on the delivery of large-scale mission critical projects, with responsibility across MEP cost management, commercial reporting, stakeholder engagement and team leadership. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of complex, high-value data centre projects across Norway and Finland.

The position offers flexibility in location, with the option to be based in-country full-time or work on a rotational basis across the Nordics and home location.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of large or complex MEP cost management workstreams across major data centre projects
Act as a primary client contact for cost and commercial reporting, quality assurance and day-to-day commercial matters
Manage project cost reporting, commercial outputs and client deliverables to ensure a high standard of service
Support and oversee teams of cost and commercial professionals across multiple project packages or workstreams
Review team outputs before submission to clients and external stakeholders
Maintain a clear understanding of client objectives and ensure project delivery aligns with commercial and contractual requirements
Support compliance with agreed scope of service and project delivery parameters
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of cost management systems, processes and reporting standards
Provide leadership, guidance and performance support to junior team members and developing consultants
Support innovation and best practice across project delivery within a fast-paced technical construction environment
Candidate Profile
Strong experience operating in an MEP cost management / cost consultancy role within a consultancy or client-side environment
Track record supporting the delivery of large-scale construction or mission critical projects, ideally within the data centre sector
Strong understanding of construction processes, cost management and commercial reporting across MEP packages
Experience leading smaller projects or workstreams and contributing to larger, more complex programmes
Confident client-facing communicator with the ability to build strong external relationships and manage stakeholder expectations
Experience supporting or managing teams within a project cost or commercial environment
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline
Professional accreditation such as RICS, AACE or similar is advantageous
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to join a major Nordic data centre programme with a leading international consultancy
Flexible location model with either full in-country placement or rotational working
Exposure to large-scale, technically complex mission critical projects
Senior client-facing role with real project ownership and progression potential
Competitive salary, travel support and broader benefits package
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