Position: Associate Director – Cost Management (Remote, Central U.S.)
Salary: Up to $180,000 + Bonus + Extensive Company Benefits Package
Location Requirement: Remote role, but candidates must be based in the Central U.S. region due to regular travel to data center project sites in Texas

Capstone is partnering with a world-renowned, independent construction and property consultancy to hire a high-caliber Associate Director or top-tier Senior Cost Manager ready to take the next step. This is a rare opportunity to join their mission-critical team, supporting large-scale data center campus developments across Texas.

You will work closely with a well-established Director, acting as their second-in-command on complex, high-value projects, while helping to lead delivery, manage client relationships, and drive commercial strategy. This role offers significant exposure, high-profile project work, and a clear path for future leadership growth.

Why Join:

This consultancy is globally recognized for its technical excellence, commitment to quality, and people-first culture. You’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic team that fosters collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth. With a robust pipeline of mission-critical projects, this is the perfect time to join and shape the future of data center cost management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cost management services across pre- and post-contract phases
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Build strong client relationships and provide strategic commercial advice
• Ensure delivery of exceptional service across large, mission-critical construction projects
• Act as a key liaison between the Director and project stakeholders

Skills and Experience Required:

• Degree qualified in a construction-related discipline
• MRICS (or equivalent) preferred
• Extensive experience delivering cost management services on complex, multi-million-dollar projects in the U.S.
• Data center or mission-critical project experience is highly desirable
• Proven leadership and client management abilities
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with a collaborative, proactive mindset

Additional Requirements:

• Must be based in the Central U.S. (e.g. Texas, Illinois, Missouri, Colorado, etc.)
• Willingness to travel regularly to Texas-based data center project sites
• Must have work authorization in the U.S. (US Citizen, Green Card, or valid E2/E3 Visa)