Cost Manager - Commercial Real Estate Construction
Core
Cost Manager supporting clients through all phases of construction, renovation, and capital improvement project lifecycles.
Role type
Mid-level IC cost manager / quantity surveyor
Builds
Cost estimates, budgets, cash flow forecasts, cost reports, and final accounts for commercial real estate projects
Domain
Commercial real estate construction and capital improvement
Required skills
cost estimating, quantity takeoffs, bid evaluation, contract administration, change order management, risk register development, cash flow forecasting, value engineering, final account negotiation
Preferred skills
RICS accreditation, construction consultancy experience, owner's representative experience, contractor-side cost management experience
Technologies
cost estimating and takeoff software, cost reporting tools, Microsoft Office applications
Responsibilities
Advise clients on procurement strategies and contractor selection; manage estimating services and validate pricing; prepare and maintain project budgets and cost plans; review proposals for scope and pricing accuracy; manage cost control processes including payment applications and change orders; support contract administration and dispute resolution; monitor invoicing and financial reporting; benchmark cost data across projects; manage final account negotiations and closeout activities.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC