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Cost Manager - Manufacturing Construction Projects

Mexico City, Latin America, mxFull-time2026-10-15 → 2026-11-10

Core

Conduct feasibility studies, CAPEX assessments, cost planning, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration for industrial and manufacturing construction projects.

Role type

Senior Cost Manager (Manufacturing Construction)

Builds

Cost plans, estimates, procurement reports, and financial performance updates for industrial/manufacturing projects.

Domain

Construction / Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Required skills

Cost management, Quantity surveying, Commercial management, Value engineering, Life-cycle costing, Contract administration, Procurement management, Budgeting and forecasting, Change management, Financial analysis

Preferred skills

RICS/AACE/CCP certification, Experience in manufacturing plants or large-scale capital projects, Advanced Excel and CostX proficiency

Technologies

CostX, AutoCAD, Excel, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Conduct feasibility studies and CAPEX assessments; Prepare quantity take-offs and detailed cost plans; Manage procurement processes including tendering and bid evaluations; Control project budgets through change management and cost tracking; Review and approve subcontractor proposals and payment applications; Negotiate final accounts and mitigate cost overruns; Lead and mentor junior team members; Travel to project sites as required.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities