Cost Manager – Project Controls & Forecasting (Relocation)

Zachry Group; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Employee Rewards Program

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking a Cost Manager to lead cost control for a major project. The role focuses on accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to support informed decision-making.

You will develop and maintain cost reports, analyze trends, and provide actionable insights to project leadership. Responsibilities include implementing cost control measures, aligning with EPC practices, and ensuring data integrity across cost systems.

Qualifications

• Requires CPM scheduling expertise and earned value reporting experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of industry experience or 10 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years in scheduling or project controls.
• Proficiency in Primavera/Oracle and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain data integrity across cost systems and ensure accurate reporting.
• Perform analytics including BOQ, Earned Value Management, forecasting, and scenario evaluation.
• Generate standard and ad hoc cost reports for project stakeholders.
• Lead or participate in meetings with Project Management Teams to communicate cost performance.
• Identify and implement cost control measures to drive accountability.

Skills

CPM scheduling

Earned value reporting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 8 years experience or 10 years relevant experience

Tools

Primavera

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zachry Group is seeking a Cost Manager to lead cost control for a major project. The role focuses on accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to support informed decision-making.

You will develop and maintain cost reports, analyze trends, and provide actionable insights to project leadership. Responsibilities include implementing cost control measures, aligning with EPC practices, and ensuring data integrity across cost systems.