Commercial Cost Manager – Tender & Spend Control

Linesight; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Linesight is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead cost management activities across varied construction projects. You will drive tender/bid processes, monitor spend with comprehensive valuations and cost reporting, and support dispute settlements while maintaining clear, transparent communication with clients and teams.

The role requires a degree in construction discipline, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel for short periods to engage with clients and project partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in pre- and post-contract cost management on varied projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for short periods to meet clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the tender/bid process from documentation through analysis and reporting.
• Oversee project spend via valuations and cost reports; communicate variations clearly.
• Support settlement of construction disputes and loss/expense claims with transparency.
• Support nimble project management and decisions through accurate cost documentation and timely communication.

Skills

Tender management

Cost management

Project coordination

Communication

Relationship building

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in construction discipline

Job description

Linesight is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead cost management activities across varied construction projects. You will drive tender/bid processes, monitor spend with comprehensive valuations and cost reporting, and support dispute settlements while maintaining clear, transparent communication with clients and teams.

The role requires a degree in construction discipline, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel for short periods to engage with clients and project partners.