Cost Segregation Supervisor: Lead Projects & Mentorship

Withum; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Bonus program

Career growth

Job summary

Withum is seeking a Cost Segregation Supervisor to join our Forensic & Valuation Services team. The role can be based out of any U.S. office and follows a hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office per week, supporting cost segregation studies from planning through final delivery.

You will mentor associates, review work products, and collaborate with tax, valuation, and real estate professionals to maximize tax savings for clients across real estate assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cost segregation, construction estimating, engineering, real estate valuation, or related field.
• Pursuit of CPA, EA, CCSP, or other relevant professional certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of IRS cost segregation guidance, tax depreciation methodologies, and relevant tax authorities
• Experience reviewing and supervising engagement teams and managing multiple concurrent projects

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple cost segregation engagements from planning through final delivery
• Supervising, reviewing, and mentoring associates and senior associates to ensure quality and accuracy of work product
• Conducting and overseeing property site inspections to document building components and support IRS-compliant classifications
• Reviewing construction cost documentation, general ledgers, contractor payment applications, and other financial records
• Analyzing blueprints, construction drawings, and project specifications to support asset classifications and cost allocations
• Preparing and reviewing engineering-based cost segregation reports and supporting schedules
• Collaborating with tax, valuation, and real estate professionals to provide integrated client solutions
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through proactive communication and responsive service
• Managing engagement budgets, timelines, and client expectations to ensure successful project completion
• Assisting with practice development initiatives, proposal development, and identifying opportunities for additional services

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Client relationships

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting or Finance

Tools

RS Means

Marshall & Swift

Planswift

Job description

Withum is seeking a Cost Segregation Supervisor to join our Forensic & Valuation Services team. The role can be based out of any U.S. office and follows a hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office per week, supporting cost segregation studies from planning through final delivery.

You will mentor associates, review work products, and collaborate with tax, valuation, and real estate professionals to maximize tax savings for clients across real estate assets.