Assistant Cost Manager

Linesight; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Linesight is seeking a Cost Manager in Houston to lead cost management across pre- and post-contract activities. You will develop estimates, cost plans, and valuations while ensuring clients receive optimal value.

The role involves supporting dispute settlements, tender processes, and cost reporting, with travel to meet clients and partners as needed. You will collaborate with experienced teams to deliver accurate final accounts, robust cost documentation, and timely communication, shaping

Qualifications

• Experience in pre- and post-contract cost management on varied projects.
• Degree or comparable experience in cost management or construction discipline.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and project work.
• Ability to build strong relationships with both clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Support the settlement of disputes, loss and expense claims with transparency.
• Resolve commercial, change-order, and contract issues quickly and fairly.
• Assist in preparing final accounts to ensure client value.
• Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments.
• Support nimble project management with cost documentation and timely communication.
• Participate in tender/bid processes from documentation to reporting.
• Oversee spend by creating valuations and cost reports, communicating variations clearly.

Skills

Cost management

Client relationship building

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in cost management or construction

Job description

Overview

As a Cost Manager at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams that nurture a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will gain vast industry experience, develop new skills, and expand your perspective. We empower, support, and enable you to take real responsibility in your role so you can take charge of your career progression. For us, lasting trusted relationships are everything, both with our teams and our clients.

The Opportunity

In this role you will:

• Support the settlement of construction disputes/loss and expense claims with transparency.
• Resolve commercial, change‑order, and contract issues quickly and fairly.
• Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts, ensuring the client receives the best value.
• Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments.
• Support nimble project management and facilitate decisions through excellent cost documentation and timely communication.
• Actively participate in the tender/bid process – from initial tender/bid documentation through analysis and reporting.
• Oversee project spend by creating valuations and cost reports, and clearly communicating variations to your team.

We would love to hear from you if you

• Have experience in pre‑ and post‑contract cost management on varied projects.
• Hold a degree or comparable experience in a cost management or construction discipline.
• Love a dynamic environment with the opportunity to manage your own priorities and deadlines.
• Are happy to travel for short periods to meet with clients, partners, and team.
• Thrive on building strong relationships with your team and clients through shared purpose and openness.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

Linesight is a highly successful global project and cost management consultancy that keeps clients coming back. We are not like the others – we’re different, unique, and focused on what matters. Our open culture and flat structure treat everyone with genuine care, respect, and empathy. With Linesight, you can discover the power of teamwork!

Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

Linesight is committed to transparent, equal‑opportunity employment practices and builds a diverse and inclusive organisation. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities, ensuring everyone can participate in the application and recruitment process.