Cost Manager
Core
Advising clients on construction cost strategies, managing vendor prequalification, and controlling project budgets and costs.
Role type
Senior IC cost manager / quantity surveyor
Builds
Construction cost estimates, forecasts, and commercial risk registers for medium to large projects
Domain
Construction industry, commercial real estate, infrastructure, energy, natural resources
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Cost estimation, bid analysis, change order management, contract dispute resolution, cost reporting, vendor management, value engineering, procurement route knowledge, benchmarking, final accounting and audit management
Preferred skills
RICS accreditation, construction consultancy experience, knowledge of construction technical matters
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 commercial risk registers; control payment applications and change orders; manage invoicing and final accounting processes; conduct post-contract reviews and audits.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC