Lead the full-cycle cost management of projects, establishing and maintaining cost controls from concept through completion.
Conduct scope definition workshops with clients to develop accurate, comprehensive project budgets.
Create and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates aligned with each design phase, updating forecasts at key milestones.
Review design alternatives and emerging technologies for cost implications, ensuring estimates meet required accuracy standards.
Deliver lifecycle cost models and integrate benchmarking data to support informed decision-making.
Prepare and present monthly cost reports and risk assessments to senior stakeholders, highlighting key variances, risks, and recommended actions.
Support monthly stakeholder meetings and presentations with financial content, insights, and commentary.
Produce cash flow forecasts across the project lifecycle to support client financial planning.
Prepare tender documentation for trade packages, manage tender queries, and perform leveling and compliance reviews.
Review and interpret contractual terms and recommend entitlements related to change orders and claims.

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field.
7+ years of relevant cost estimating and cost management experience, ideally in general contracting or construction management roles.
Experience in delivering technically complex projects.
Proven expertise in both pre-contract and post-contract phases, including procurement, tendering, and final accounts.
Strong working knowledge of construction cost drivers.
Proficient in industry-standard estimating and cost control software.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to confidently present to and influence senior stakeholders.
Able to manage multiple project deliverables simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with U.S. construction practices preferred; knowledge of union labor, tax regulations, and U.S. procurement models is a plus.

Cost Manager – Mission Critical

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