Cost Manager - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Family Planning & Parenting Benefits

Employee Discount Programs

Pet insurance

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Ergonomic & ERG Programs

Job summary

Ryan Companies Inc. seeks an experienced Cost Manager to lead hyperscale data center cost control from concept to completion in Phoenix. You will establish budgets, oversee procurement, manage change orders, and safeguard profitability on complex projects.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in project or cost management within commercial construction, 50M+ projects, and hands-on use of Procore and BuildingConnected. Strong analytics and stakeholder communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5–7 years in cost or project management.
• Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center construction (>$50M).
• Proficiency in procurement, tendering, change orders, and cost control.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle cost management and establish robust cost controls.
• Prepare budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts.
• Review subcontractor bids, changes, and contractual entitlements.
• Present cost reports and risk assessments to stakeholders.

Skills

Cost management

Budgeting

Procurement

Tendering

Change orders

Financial reporting

Contract terms

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Engineering

Finance

Quantity Surveying

Related field

Tools

Procore

BuildingConnected

Scheduling software

Estimating tools

Job description

## Cost Manager - Mission CriticalApply: Phoenix: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-102183**Job Description:**Ryan Companies is seeking an experienced and commercially-astute Construction Cost Manager to lead our complex hyperscale and colocation data center projects.The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and, most importantly, on budget. This role is laser-focused on rigorous cost control, full-cycle financial management, and expert commercial oversight. You will be the financial guardian of the project, responsible for establishing budgets, managing procurement, controlling change, and ensuring profitability from concept through completion.**Cost Management & Estimating*** Lead the full-cycle cost management of projects, establishing and maintaining robust cost controls from concept through completion.* Conduct scope definition workshops with clients to develop accurate, comprehensive project budgets.* Create and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates aligned with each design phase, updating forecasts at key project milestones.* Review design alternatives, emerging technologies, and construction means-and-methods for cost implications, ensuring all estimates meet required accuracy standards.* Deliver lifecycle cost models and integrate benchmarking data to support informed, data-driven decision-making.* Perform detailed evaluations of all subcontractor change order requests based on contractual requirements and project scope.**Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement*** Prepare and present monthly cost reports and risk assessments to senior internal and external stakeholders, highlighting key variances, risks, and recommended mitigation actions.* Support monthly stakeholder meetings and formal presentations with clear financial content, data-driven insights, and expert commentary.* Produce and maintain detailed cash flow forecasts across the project lifecycle to support client financial planning and internal reporting.**Procurement & Commercial Support*** Prepare comprehensive tender documentation for all trade packages, manage the tender query process, and perform detailed bid leveling and compliance reviews.* Produce formal Tender Recommendation Reports and lead trade package review meetings, ensuring a transparent and compliant procurement process.* Manage the monthly pencil requisition process, diligently review all variations, and support the project team in agreeing to rolling and final accounts with subcontractors.**Contract & Financial Oversight*** Review and interpret all contractual terms to recommend entitlements related to change orders, claims, and other commercial matters.* Coordinate directly with client finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting and full compliance with all financial controls.* Analyze and report on local labor markets, union implications, commodity fluctuations, and tax impacts to inform project cost strategy and budget updates.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.* A minimum of 1 year of project experience in the hyperscale or colocation data center construction industry is required.* A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in a project management or cost management role within the commercial construction industry.* Demonstrable expertise in full-cycle cost management for large-scale projects (ideally $50M+), with a deep understanding of construction accounting principles.* Extensive, hands-on experience managing procurement, tender processes, and the entire change order lifecycle.* Proficiency in construction management software such as **Procore, Building Connected,** and industry-standard scheduling and estimating tools.* Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data clearly and concisely.* A detail-oriented and commercially-driven mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.**Eligibility:**Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S. **Benefits:*** Competitive Salary* Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits* Retirement and Savings Benefits* Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts* Life Insurance* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability* Educational Assistance* Paid Time Off (PTO)* Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs* Family Planning & Parenting Benefits* Employee Discount Programs* Pet insurance* Charitable Donation Matching* Volunteer Time Off (VTO)* Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)*Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.*