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Cost Manager - Life Sciences Construction

Radnor, Pennsylvania, usFull-time2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Provide commercial and cost management expertise throughout the lifecycle of complex Life Sciences construction projects, including pharmaceutical facilities and GMP-regulated environments.

Role type

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor

Builds

Cost plans, estimates, risk registers, and financial controls for construction projects

Domain

Construction, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Required skills

Cost estimation, procurement management, change order management, contract administration, financial forecasting, risk assessment, bid analysis, value engineering, dispute resolution, 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 vendor prequalification and bid strategies; develop and review project estimates; manage cost reporting and forecasting; control payments and change orders; manage final accounting and post-contract audits; benchmark performance against commissions.

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC