Senior Project Manager, Cost Forecasting

Axiom-Builders; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Builders is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Cost Forecasting in Vancouver to deliver accurate, forward-looking cost forecasts for residential projects. You will partner with project teams and the FP&A group to improve forecast quality and alignment with field plans.

The role requires a strong background in cost forecasting, construction management, and advanced Excel, with a proven ability to translate data into actionable insights for better budgeting and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10 years experience with 5+ years in cost forecasting, construction PM, or project finance.
• Strong knowledge of construction delivery and exposure to CCDC 3/5A is an asset.
• Advanced Excel and cost data literacy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support portfolio-level forecasting and planning (cashflow, margin, and annual revenue projections).
• Capture and translate field-level cost and resource data into actionable input for estimating and future budget development.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of cost forecasting methodologies, tools, and processes.

Skills

Forecasting

Excel

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering

Tools

Financial systems

CCDC 3/5A

Job description

Senior Project Manager, Cost Forecasting

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Overview

A Senior Project Manager - Cost Forecasting plays a critical role in ensuring the financial health and predictability of residential construction projects by delivering accurate, timely, and forward-looking cost forecasts. The role reports to the VP, Construction and works closely with Project Managers, site teams, and the Financial Planning & Analysis team to improve forecast quality and consistency across a portfolio of projects.

You’re a trusted partner and constructive challenger: someone who can influence without authority, build strong relationships quickly, and raise the forecast “truth” level without creating friction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support portfolio-level forecasting and planning (cashflow, margin, and annual revenue projections) so that financial reporting to the wider business is consistent and accurate;
• Capture and translate field-level cost and resource data into actionable input for estimating and future budget development, supporting more accurate labour and resource planning for upcoming projects;
• Contribute to continuous improvement of cost forecasting methodologies, tools, and processes.

Forecast integrity & early warning

• Maintain alignment of cost forecasts with real world plans through engagement with project teams on schedule, resourcing and related topics;
• Proactively quantify risks and opportunities by building and maintaining scenario models that evaluate financial exposure as project conditions evolve;
• Provide early warning to PMs and leadership with clear, defensible forecast narratives.

Cost analysis & root cause

• Analyze actual costs vs. budget and forecast; identify variances, trends, and likely root causes (not just deltas);
• From a portfolio or company-level view, provide actionable insights to project teams related to cost efficiencies and risks;
• Conduct analysis on internal labour metrics, identifying trends and insights that support productivity improvements and more accurate future planning.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and construction experience;
• 10 years experience with 5+ years’ experience in cost forecasting, construction project management, or project finance within a project-based environment;
• Strong understanding of construction delivery; exposure to Construction Management contract models (e.g., CCDC 3 / 5A) is an asset;
• Strong knowledge and intuition of cost burn, sequencing, resourcing, and productivity signals;
• Advanced Excel capability and comfort working with financial systems and project cost data;
• Excellent communication skills (written/verbal): able to translate complex cost signals into clear, actionable insights.

Your Rewards

Axiom Builders offers more than just competitive compensation and benefits; we give you the tools to build a long-term career.

Hear from our people on what it means to grow here, and learn about all the extras we offer: Why Axiom Builders.

The base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $185,000, adjusted for experience, plus a competitive bonus program. During the interview process, let’s talk to get the right fit for your experience level.

Next Steps

Want to love what you do? We’re always looking for talented, values-driven, passionate people who take pride in their work. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition, and all applicant information will be kept on file for future opportunities.

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