Cost Control Manager

Hoffman Construction Company

Childress (TX)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Hoffman Construction Company is seeking a Construction Cost Manager in Childress, Texas. The role involves managing project costs, overseeing job cost reporting, and leading a team of cost engineers. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and over 10 years of experience in construction cost management.

Responsibilities include cost management, forecasting, and working with clients and subcontractors. Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in construction cost management or project controls.
Strong understanding of construction cost reporting and change management.
Experience with subcontractors and owners.

Responsibilities

Manage overall project cost including job cost reporting and monthly forecasting.
Lead change order management and validation.
Serve as primary cost representative to clients and owners.

Skills

Construction cost reporting

Change management

Forecasting

Cost control systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Finance

Tools

CMiC

Procore

Excel

Job description

The Construction Cost Manager will work within the Project Controls / Cost Management function and will report directly to the Project Director and/or Senior Project Manager. The Cost Manager is responsible for overall project cost management, including setup and oversight of job cost reporting, monthly forecasting (EAC), change management and leading a team of 5-10 Cost Engineers. The Cost Manager plays a key role in maintaining pace of construction and ensuring that subcontractor proposals are validated and approved in a timely manner. This role serves as the primary cost interface with clients, owners, subcontractors, and internal project leadership, and provides direct oversight to Cost Engineers. This position will be fully onsite at jobsite location near Childress, Texas.

Salary: $100,000 to $160,000 DOE + Per Diem & Incentives

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Cost Management & Reporting

Establish and maintain project job cost reports, including budgets, commitments, forecasts (EAC), contingencies, allowances, yet‑to‑buys, and actual costs.

Oversee monthly cost report preparation, review, and reconciliation prior to internal and external distribution.

Ensure consistency and accuracy of cost data across all project cost control tools and reports.

Track and manage costs by bid package, field order, and client‑defined change categories.

Prepare and manage monthly project forecasts (EAC), identifying cost trends, risks, and opportunities.

Partner with Project Managers and Project Directors to align cost forecasts with project status and recovery plans.

Manage contingency usage and provide recommendations for cost risk mitigation.

Change Management

Lead change order management and validation, including scope review, pricing validation, and contractual compliance.

Review and approve subcontractor change proposals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements.

Maintain owner and subcontractor change logs and ensure timely incorporation into project forecasts.

Subcontractor & Client Interface

Work directly with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to validate pricing and resolve cost-related issues.

Serve as the primary externally facing cost representative to clients and owners during financial reviews and meetings.

Support negotiation and resolution of cost-related matters while maintaining professional relationships.

Provide oversight and direction to Cost Engineers, including review of cost reports, takeoffs, and authorization packages.

Ensure Cost Engineers follow standardized cost control procedures and reporting requirements.

Support project closeout activities, including final cost reconciliation and subcontract closeout.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field
10+ years of experience in construction cost management, project controls, or estimating within a general contractor environment
Strong understanding of construction cost reporting, forecasting, and change management
Experience working directly with Project Managers, Project Directors, subcontractors, and owners
Proficiency in cost control and reporting systems (CMiC, Procore, Excel, etc.)

BENEFITS

Competitive pay and advancement opportunities
Ongoing professional training and development
Comprehensive benefits—including free primary care for you and your family through our dedicated clinics, health insurance, paid time off, and a generous retirement plan.
A culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and respect.

Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.

Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.

Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.

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