Industrial Construction Cost & Contract Lead

NewCold; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

NewCold in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Commercial Cost & Contract Manager (Construction) to lead cost and contract management for large-scale cold-store projects across the US and Canada. You will administer contracts, analyze change orders, and negotiate with contractors to protect the project budget.

The role requires 3–5 years in cost management, expertise in Design-Build frameworks, and the ability to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in construction cost management or quantity surveying.
• Experience with industrial construction or large-scale logistics real estate.
• Strong knowledge of Design-Build contracts.
• CCP or PMP certification is a strong asset.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Change Order Analysis & Variations Management: review, analyze, and audit change orders and directives; verify rates and costs; negotiate with GC on disputed orders.
• Post-Contract Contract Management: administer Design-Build contracts; ensure adherence to obligations, specs, and timelines; support dispute avoidance and final accounts.
• Reporting & Pre-Contract Planning: provide financial updates, risk assessments, and Change Order reports; advise on delivery methods to minimize changes; identify greenfield risks pre-contract.

Skills

Contract administration

Change order management

Cost management

Negotiation

Industrial construction knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Construction Management / Civil Engineering degree

Job description

NewCold in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Commercial Cost & Contract Manager (Construction) to lead cost and contract management for large-scale cold-store projects across the US and Canada. You will administer contracts, analyze change orders, and negotiate with contractors to protect the project budget.

The role requires 3–5 years in cost management, expertise in Design-Build frameworks, and the ability to travel up to 10%.