Cost Manager, Construction
Core
Advising clients on construction cost strategies, managing estimates, controlling costs, and resolving contractual disputes for large-scale commercial and mixed-use projects.
Role type
Senior IC cost manager (construction)
Builds
Project cost estimates, forecasts, risk registers, and final accounting reports for commercial and mixed-use developments.
Domain
Construction industry, commercial real estate, high-rise development
Required skills
Cost estimation, bid analysis, change order management, contract dispute resolution, vendor prequalification, cost reporting, value engineering, benchmarking, final accounting, SOX compliance
Preferred skills
RICS accreditation, construction consultancy experience, knowledge of procurement routes
Technologies
Cost estimating software, take-off software, bid analysis sheets, change control forms
Responsibilities
Advise clients on cost strategies and manage vendor prequalification; Develop and review project estimates and present value engineering recommendations; Manage cost reporting schedules and maintain commercial risk registers; Control costs by assessing payment applications and managing change orders and disputes; Oversee final accounting, post-contract audits, and lessons learned documentation.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC