Hybrid Cost Segregation Manager - Lead & Grow Practice

Withum; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Withum is seeking a Cost Segregation Manager to lead engagements across a portfolio of commercial, residential, and specialty real estate assets. The role emphasizes client advisory, team mentorship, and collaboration with leadership to expand the Cost Segregation practice.

You will review analyses, manage site work, and drive business development while maintaining IRS compliance and high-quality deliverables. Hybrid in-office schedule applies across U.S. offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Architecture, or related field.
• 8+ years of cost segregation, construction consulting, engineering, real estate valuation, or related discipline.
• CPA, EA, CCSP, or other relevant certification is a plus.
• Significant experience leading cost segregation engagements and advising clients on depreciation strategies.
• Advanced knowledge of IRS cost segregation guidance, depreciation regulations, court cases, and revenue rulings.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, engineering concepts, and property cost analysis.
• Demonstrated success managing client relationships, engagement teams, and multiple projects.
• Experience supporting business development efforts and generating new client opportunities.
• Knowledge of real estate valuation and appraisal methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency with RS Means, Marshall & Swift, Planswift, or comparable estimating software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing a diverse portfolio of cost segregation engagements for commercial, residential, and specialty real estate assets.
• Serving as the primary client contact and trusted advisor throughout the engagement lifecycle.
• Reviewing and approving technical analyses, engineering reports, and final deliverables to ensure IRS compliance.
• Overseeing site inspections, cost analyses, and asset classifications performed by engagement teams.
• Driving practice growth through business development activities and client relationship expansion.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to supervisors, senior associates, and associates.
• Managing engagement economics, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship mgmt

Depreciation strategies

Communication

Education

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

Tools

RS Means

Marshall & Swift

Planswift

Job description

Withum is seeking a Cost Segregation Manager to lead engagements across a portfolio of commercial, residential, and specialty real estate assets. The role emphasizes client advisory, team mentorship, and collaboration with leadership to expand the Cost Segregation practice.

You will review analyses, manage site work, and drive business development while maintaining IRS compliance and high-quality deliverables. Hybrid in-office schedule applies across U.S. offices.