New

Metro Cost Lead

Microsoft
$116,900.00 - $203,600.00 / yr
United States, Texas, San Antonio
Mar 13, 2026
Overview Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud.Within CO&I, theEngineering Procurement & Construction (EPC)organizationis responsible fordelivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft's cloud business. The MS portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help buildthe clouddatacenters that power the world's largest online services. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Asemployeeswe come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. This role islocatedeither in one or all hub locations - San Antonio, TX.Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidates must relocateorresidewithin 50 miles of the hub office location.This role is eligible for hybrid work, up to (40%indicatedbyHM) %. To help us accelerate achieving our objectives, growth, and transformation, we are looking for a strong Lead Cost Manager for the metro's data center builds to work alongside the Project Manager to commercially manage all data center construction projects. Being part of this team would give you an opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing business and enable global impact. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positivelyimpactour culture every day. Responsibilities Work alongside the DCD Project Manager to commercially manage all projects in the region Provide on location commercial management to the projects to ensure that Microsoft are financially and contractually protected Management of all commercial issues on all current,futureand past projects and report on these issues through the Project Controls & DCD head office in Redmond on a regular basis Commercial management of the GC from liaison with our procurement office on the RFP documents through to the final payments and agreement of the final accounts and paperwork. This will also include: Detailed estimation of the project based on local design documents Agreement of estimates with theGC atduring design development and agreement of the GMP. Pay application assessment and approval for the GC, all equipmentvendorsand all project support consultants Estimation of and commercial agreement of all change orders Draft commercial detail of all funding requests Review and agreement of all GC procurement of the subcontract packages including the approval of the LOAs (Letters of Authorization) Commercial review of all disputes that may arise Commercial management of all other program vendors including AE,Cx, Inspections, PMQS, QRA to include: Presenting proposals to head office for purchase order approval Approving invoices for all project vendors Final account agreement & closeout for all vendor accounts Manage the QS firm contracted to provide commercial support in the region. Assistin the procurement of QS firm Manage the resourcesallocatedto the projects to ensure that they areappropriate innumber and quality Regular MBUs with the cost management firms Cost Reporting: Work with the PMQS, GC and project controls to ensure that the full suite of cost reports are available for review by Redmondon a monthly basis Provide the PER (funding)teamall commercial support necessary toascertainthe required timing of the funding intervals and all commercial information needed to back up these funding requests to management. This will normally involve the production of multipleoptioncost scenarios. Design Team commercial support: From project kick-off through to final design provide commercial support on business cases, value engineering studies and change control as the design evolves from POR though to final design Site selection support: Work with our site selection team in the region to provide constructability reports andsite specificcomparative estimates on candidate sites. Also provide all funding and PO support necessary for this team to perform in the region Commercial Process control: Review the current commercial processes in the region and develop these into a commercial playbook. On agreement of this playbook the candidate shallbe responsible forthe consistent implementation of same Qualifications Required/minimum qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 10+ years related experience OR equivalent experience. Background Check Requirements: Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. Additional or preferred qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 12+ years related experience OR equivalent experience.. 12+years experienceworking on data center projects. Charted Quantity Surveyor (RICS or equivalent) Working knowledge of construction contracts used internationally especially in AMERs Deep knowledge and experience of the commercial management role in the procurement of GC contracts and other construction vendors Ability to understand what "right" looks like contractually and financially andbe thenable to negotiate with the other parties to ensure that this is the final position. Excellent communication skills, ability to collaborate with all other areas of the data center program, be able to think strategically, ability to build the trust of our construction partners needed to agreevery largeconstruction GMPs and final accounts Deep commercial knowledge of construction internationally The ideal candidate will be a chartered Quantity surveyor, RICS qualified, with deep knowledge in construction costs, estimating and procurement and will be comfortable in a construction team environment. Experience in leading cost teams in negotiations with general contractors is essential. The candidate will have a solid contractual and procurement knowledge and have the ability to work in a fast paced environment dealing with multiple stakeholders. #COICareers and #EPCCareers #QuantitySurveyor #ProjectControls #CostManager Construction Project Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $116,900 - $203,600 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $148,400 - $222,600 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.