Cost Manager

MIGSO-PCUBED; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MIGSO-PCUBED (MP) is a global management consulting firm focused on delivering project, program, and portfolio management as a service. We are seeking a passionate Project Management Consultant in Wisconsin to join our team and help clients across diverse industries.

You will create and manage cost plans, collaborate with architects and engineers, oversee governance, and drive value through earned value analysis and risk management.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Project Management / Cost Management.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• PM Certification is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain cost plans, estimates, forecasts, and monthly cost packages.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure cost feasibility.
• Validate compliance with sustainability and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with procurement teams and vendors to negotiate pricing.
• Forecast cash flow and monitor actual costs vs. budget.
• Provide real-time reporting to stakeholders.
• Review and approve contractor payment applications (PayApps).

Skills

Cost management

Project management

PMO understanding

Stakeholder comm

Earned value

Budget forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project management tools

Excel

MS Project

Power BI

Job description

We are currently looking for a passionate Project Management Consultant to join our team!

MI-GSO | PCUBED is a consulting firm that focuses solely on Project, Program, and Portfolio Management and Change Management. We work with clients in a variety of sectors such as Financial Services, Energy, Aerospace and Defense, and Automotive. You will have the opportunity to vary your experience and support our leading clients in these areas!

As an MI-GSO | PCUBED consultant, you will deliver our expertise, adapt to new environments and work as part of a team. You will represent our brand on the client site and thanks to the materials that we provide, you will be prepared and polished to support our engagements.

We are looking for someone who is ready to help solve real world problems, who is eager to identify customer needs and develop & execute project plans in order to deliver results . You will provide project and operational oversight through implementation of governance, scope, time, and cost management in order to successfully execute projects.

Who We Are

MIGSO-PCUBED (MP) is a global management consulting firm focused on delivering project, program, & portfolio management as a service. We are a global team of about 3,500 expert Consultants operating in Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia. We are industry agnostic, working across Aerospace, Automotive, Rail, Defense, Energy, Financial Services, Telecom, Technology & Media, and Public Sector. Every day, we support our clients by steering major Projects and Programs, managing Project Portfolios, improving maturity and efficiency of PM Organizations, and driving business transformation initiatives.

Essential Job Functions:

• Create and maintain cost plans, estimates, forecasts, and monthly cost packages
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure cost feasibility
• Validate compliance with sustainability and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with commissioning teams and sustainability advisors
• Ensure accurate financial handover and warranty/O&M budgeting
• Prepare bid packages and analyze vendor proposals
• Ensure alignment with cost governance and contract terms
• Work with procurement teams and vendors to negotiate competitive pricing
• Advise on sourcing strategies to optimize cost
• Forecast cash flow and lock in pricing terms
• Monitor actual costs vs. budget
• Manage change orders and cost impacts
• Interface with general contractors and trade contractors for cost control
• Provide real-time reporting to stakeholders
• Track consistency usage and perform earned value analysis
• Schedule, organize, and support project meetings, ensuring required participants are informed and prepared
• Maintain open and transparent communication with project managers, team members, and stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress
• Ensure contracts and POs are processed efficiently and in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Support preparation and distribution of project reports, highlighting key milestones, risks, and issues
• Review and approve contractor payment applications (PayApps), ensuring alignment between billed progress and actual work completed.
• Cost Risk & Contingency: Identify cost risks and actively manage project contingency and mitigation strategies.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with documentation control procedures and log specifications.
• Maintain detailed records, ensuring information is properly filed, categorized, and searchable.
• Monitor information workflows to support approvals, reviews, and dissemination.

Reporting and Communication:

• Create and distribute reliable project summaries and status updates on a weekly basis, daily as needed
• Lead tracking of task lists, deliverables, and follow‑ups to maintain continuous momentum.

WHO ARE YOU?

You have between 5 and 8 years of experience in Project Management / Cost Management. You should have a least a Bachelor’s degree, and a passion for Project Management. You have a good understanding of PMO, Project, Program, and Portfolio Management (PPM) disciplines. Any Project Management Certification is a plus but not essential. Our consultants are the best of the best and have the ability to develop their own career path.

Why You’ll Love MP

At MP, our people are our pride and joy. That’s why we invest in your growth and success:

• Work with a diverse, global network of project management professionals
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge engineering and manufacturing programs
• Access continuous learning opportunities, certifications, and professional development resources
• Clear career development framework with growth opportunities
• Collaborative culture built on respect, excellence, and teamwork

Equal Opportunity Statement

MIGSO-PCUBED recognizes the civil right of every person to obtain and maintain employment without discrimination. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected characteristics under applicable law.