Cost Manager & Senior Cost Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle; Teletrabalho; BRL 544.000 - 790.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A global real estate services firm is seeking a Cost Manager/Senior Cost Manager to oversee cost management services across various projects including office, cultural, and healthcare sectors. The ideal candidate will have expertise in managing budgets, project cost estimation, and a strong understanding of construction techniques. This is a remote position that offers competitive compensation ranging between $100,000 and $145,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits aimed at enhancing personal well-being and growth.

Serviços

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Qualificações

• 2-5 years as an Estimator, Cost Manager, or similar role.
• 3-10 years of experience as an Estimator, Senior Cost Manager, or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of architectural drawings and planning concepts.
• Ability to communicate analyzed data to clients and teams.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute project plans and define project scope.
• Prepare detailed and accurate project cost estimates.
• Identify and analyze potential risks impacting project deliverables.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders for accurate updates.

Conhecimentos

Cost management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Construction knowledge

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Ferramentas

Cost‑X

On‑Screen Take‑off

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Descrição da oferta de emprego

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Position Overview

The Cost Manager/Senior Cost Manager is responsible for delivering controls and cost management services within our Cost Management Team to various assigned clients and industries (i.e. office, cultural, hospitality, healthcare, life sciences, education, and mixed-use). The role involves overseeing both new builds and renovation projects, including conceptual and detailed milestone cost estimates, feasibility studies, master planning, VE & design option reviews, budget reconciliations, Change Order evaluations, project accounting and forecasting. Attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment is a must. It is essential that this person has strong management, communication skills and a solid knowledge of construction techniques/technology, real estate markets, and project controls.

What This Job Involves

• Collaborate with team members to establish, track, and maintain project budgets and cost control reports.
• Develop and execute project plans, defining project scope, objectives, deliverables, and priorities.
• Identify and analyze potential risks that may impact project deliverables, schedules, or budgets and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Prepare detailed and accurate construction and project cost estimates from conceptual design through final construction documents.
• Research local market pricing for materials, labor, and equipment using published documents, historical data, and performing market studies.
• Review change orders and support change management, assessing whether changes are within the scope of the base work.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to gather data and ensure accurate and timely project status updates.
• Work collaboratively with various teams to implement lessons learned, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives on future projects.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, standards, regulations, and best practices related to project controls.

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like

• Partner with team members to execute complex projects through all stages.
• Prepare detailed and accurate construction cost and project cost estimates from conceptual design through final construction documents.
• Understand and be able to relay local market pricing for material, labor, and equipment using published documents, historical data, and performing market studies.
• Provide value engineering services and design option reviews.
• Prepare bid analysis and participate in reconciliations with contractors and subcontractors.
• Review change order reviews and support change management, assessing whether changes are within the scope of the base work.
• Effectively communicate to and engage with team leads and stakeholders.
• Stay informed on changes to the PDS processes, systems and reporting and contribute to strategic client initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years as an Estimator, Cost Manager or similar role.
• 3–10 years of experience as an Estimator, Senior Cost Manager or similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Preference toward Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Ability to regularly communicate analyzed data to clients and teams to achieve project goals.
• Strong working knowledge of architectural drawings and planning concepts.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive-level external and internal clients as well as external team members (architects, contractors, client’s representatives, etc.).
• Aggregates and translates outputs into marketable deliverables (e.g., Case Studies, White Papers and quarterly metrics).
• Ability to generate AACE level 1–5 cost evaluations; capable of working conceptually and qualifying unknowns; expertise in estimating software and benchmarking tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively, independently and through ambiguity to create structure and consensus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Cost‑X, On‑Screen Take‑off or other estimating software.
• Professional certification in project management (e.g., AACE, RICS).
• Proficient in project planning and scheduling software tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to interact with executive-level external and internal clients as well as external team members (architects, contractors, client’s representatives, etc.).
• Familiarity with procurement and tendering processes.
• Advanced level in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Smartsheet.
• Expert understanding of building system (MEPFS and architectural).
• Familiarity with procurement and tendering processes.

Visa Sponsorship

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Estimated Compensation for this Position

100,000.00 – 145,000.00 USD per year

Location

Remote – Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, New York, NY, San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Tallahassee, FL

Benefits

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Applicants may request accommodations by contacting HR. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For candidates in the United States, a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy is available upon request.