Cost Management Team - Various Roles

Gardiner and Theobald LLP; Village of Pelham (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardiner and Theobald LLP in New York is seeking motivated Cost Management professionals for various roles including Associate Director, Senior Associate Director, or Director. Ideal candidates have 8–10+ years in cost management, experience managing multiple projects, and a commitment to high-quality results. Responsibilities include project delivery, team leadership, and client relationship management. Strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field are required. Competitive compensation ranges from $175,000 to $210,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of relevant industry experience, depending on the level.
• 2–5+ years of team leadership experience, depending on the level.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity.
• Own project budgets, cost plans, forecasting, and reporting.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Cost Management

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

RICS Certification

Job description

Cost Management Team - Various Roles

Department: QS

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: G&T LLC. New York

Compensation: $175,000 - $210,000 / year

Description

Gardiner & Theobald is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cost Management professional to join our growing team. This role may be filled at the Associate Director, Senior Associate Director, or Director level, depending on experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in managing cost management services across a diverse portfolio of projects, including office interiors, hospitality, and residential developments. This position combines hands‑on project delivery with team leadership, client relationship management, and business development responsibilities.

About The Candidate

The ideal candidate is a driven, strategic, and collaborative professional with a strong background in cost management and project delivery within the built environment. They bring a proven ability to manage complex projects, build trusted client relationships, and lead teams with confidence and integrity.

They are comfortable balancing big‑picture strategy with hands‑on execution and thrive in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment. This individual demonstrates sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to evolving projects and business needs.

At every level, the successful candidate:

• Takes ownership of their work and delivers consistently high‑quality results
• Build strong, long‑term relationships with clients and colleagues
• Communicates clearly and effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Demonstrates strong problem‑solving skills and sound commercial awareness
• Leads by example and contributes positively to team culture
• Shows a commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement

At the Associate Director level, the candidate is developing leadership capabilities, managing projects independently, and supporting team and business development efforts.

At the Senior Associate Director level, the candidate demonstrates advanced leadership, oversees complex projects and teams, and plays an active role in growing client relationships and business opportunities.

At the Director level, the candidate is a strategic leader and trusted advisor who drives business growth, mentors senior staff, shapes operational excellence, and contributes to the long‑term vision and success of the firm.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Cost Management

• Lead the execution of multiple projects of varying size and complexity
• Own project budgets, cost plans, forecasting, and reporting
• Oversee day‑to‑day project delivery and ensure high‑quality outputs
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with autonomy and accountability
• Prepare and present reports, cost plans, and recommendations to clients
• Support lease reviews, contracts, and consultant coordination

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop junior and mid‑level team members
• Delegate effectively while maintaining oversight of project outcomes
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and staff development
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performance team culture

Client & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients and project stakeholders
• Lead client meetings and presentations
• Support or lead business development efforts, including proposals and interviews
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and expanded services

Operational & Strategic Contributions

• Manage commercial aspects of projects, including fee tracking, forecasting, and additional services
• Support or lead business planning, process improvements, and internal initiatives
• Contribute to leadership development and firm‑wide best practices
• Represent G&T professionally in the market and industry

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, finance, or a related field
• 8–10+ years of relevant industry experience (level dependent)
• 2–5+ years of team leadership experience (level dependent)
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project experience preferred
• RICS certification preferred for senior‑level candidates
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Physical Requirements:

• Attend weekly project meetings on active construction sites

Core Competencies:

• Customer Focus- Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions
• Manages Complexity- Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information
• Cultivates Innovation- Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful
• Develops Talent- Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals
• Organizational Savvy- Manoeuvring comfortably through complex policy, process, and people‑related organizational dynamics