Cost Manager

Evans General Contractors, LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 25% of base salary

401(k) Profit Sharing up to 10%

Job summary

Evans General Contractors, LLC is seeking a Cost Manager to lead project financial controls across assigned projects in the United States. You will forecast costs, manage changes, and compile financial reporting while supporting PMs, Preconstruction and Scheduling teams.

The ideal candidate brings 5–10 years of construction or project controls experience, strong collaboration, and proficiency with accounting software and cost-management tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field required.
• 5–10 years of construction, EPC, or project controls experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and accounting software; familiarity with cost-management tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project financial controls to ensure alignment with budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Manage full change management lifecycle including change orders and subcontractor changes with the project team.
• Maintain cost projections and forecasting, including client cashflow reporting and WBS adherence.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Project Coordinators for accurate pay applications.
• Facilitate meetings on change management, projections, and billing.
• Implement project controls reporting and health metrics; support Time Impact Analyses and EVM/Cost Loading.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Accounting software

Education

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

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud Cost Management

Procore Financials

Viewpoint Vista

Job description

Evans General Contractors, LLC (Evans) is a leading national/international design-build, general contracting and construction management firm specializing in commercial facilities across the United States and beyond. Since opening its doors in 2001, Evans has grown to include regional offices located across the southeastern United States. Evans remains committed to exceeding client expectations, fostering a team of top-notch employees, and positively impacting the communities in which they live and work.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cost Manager oversees project cost controls for Evans, ensuring accurate forecasting, financial performance, and compliance across assigned projects. This role supports Project Managers, Preconstruction and Scheduling through cost baseline development, forecasting, change management, and financial reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead project financial controls to ensure alignment with budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Manage the full Change Management lifecycle, including potential changes, change order requests, prime contract changes, and subcontractor changes with the Project Team.
• Maintain cost projections and forecasting, including client cashflow reporting and adherence to WBS (Work Breakdown Structures).
• Coordinate with Accounting and Project Coordinators to produce accurate Owner pay applications and support subcontractor pay application reviews.
• Facilitate meetings on change management, projections, and billing.
• Implement project controls reporting and project health metrics.
• Partner with Scheduling on Time Impact Analyses and EVM/Cost Loading efforts.
• Support Preconstruction on Owner award notifications and subcontract/purchase order processes.
• Assist with document control for design updates.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in Construction, EPC, or Project Controls.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Large project experience where collaboration with external cost consultants is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and accounting software; experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud Cost Management, Procore Financials, and Viewpoint Vista preferred.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Salary Range: $95,000 to $150,000
• Bonus: Up to 25% base salary commensurate with performance
• 401(k) Profit Sharing: Up to 10% of base salary

Evans General Contractors, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.