Project & Cost Manager

SBI Consultants LLC; New York (NY); Hybride; USD 125 000 - 155 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual performance bonus

401K with company match

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Professional development allowance

Hybrid work environment

Commuter benefits

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

SBI Consultants LLC in New York seeks an experienced Project & Cost Manager to lead integrated project and cost management on complex construction assignments. This hybrid role requires coordinating with clients, designers, and contractors to keep scope, schedule, and budgets aligned.

The ideal candidate brings 5–10 years of relevant experience, proficiency in cost estimation, risk assessment, and ERP/CAD tools, and a record of delivering value in challenging projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.
• 5–10 years of progressive, relevant industry experience with large-scale, complex projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, project delivery phases, and cost benchmarking.
• Experience in all stages of the project lifecycle—from conceptual estimating through project close-out.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; CAD or Building Modeling & Design Applications; ERP modules related to construction management.
• Desirable: CCP, CEP, EIT, PE, PMP, or equivalent professional accreditation.

Responsabilités

• Lead cost estimates, cost models, and quantity take-offs across project stages.
• Review change orders, contractor proposals, and scope modifications for accuracy.
• Provide cost analysis using market data for resource planning and decision-making.
• Conduct risk assessments, value engineering, and life-cycle cost analyses.
• Oversee cost deliverables and ensure alignment with standards and client requirements.
• Provide technical expertise, due diligence, feasibility, and dispute resolution services.
• Maintain SBI historical cost databases for future estimating accuracy.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate project activities to meet objectives on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with design teams, procurement, and client communications.
• Mentor Project Engineers and Estimators; participate in recruiting and performance evaluations.
• Support SBI Advisory Services with claims analysis, feasibility studies, and due diligence assessments.

Connaissances

Project management

Cost management

Leadership

Communication

Risk assessment

Mentoring

Proposal support

Negotiation

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering/Quantity Surveying/Construction Management

Outils

CAD/BIM software

ERP systems (construction)

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling software (e.g., Primavera)

Description du poste

Company

For over 20 years, SBI Consultants has been an industry leader in engineering consulting. The company offers technical, leadership, and advisory solutions, that are grounded in decades of experience. The company acts as a trusted adviser to investors, non-profit organizations, public-private partnerships, and developers around the globe as they navigate the challenges inherent in complex construction projects. https://www.sbiconsultants.com/

Job Description

SBI Consultants is currently looking for an experienced Project & Cost Manager (P&CM) to join our team. This specialized Technical Solutions role targets candidates who excel in both project management and cost management disciplines. The Project & Cost Manager (P&CM) must demonstrate full competency in all essential duties of Project Manager and Cost Manager roles, delivering integrated leadership across technical, financial, and execution aspects of projects.

The P&CM acts as the primary client point of contact, providing advanced cost expertise while directing project delivery to ensure scope, schedule, and budget alignment. This hybrid position requires seamless integration of both skillsets, with responsibilities varying by project size and stage.

Duties & Responsibilities

Technical and Cost Management

• Carry full responsibility for the preparation of cost estimates, cost models, and quantity take-offs across all project stages.
• Review and reconcile change orders, contractor proposals, and scope modifications for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide cost analysis and benchmarking using market data, production metrics, and project trends to inform resource planning and decision-making.
• Conduct risk assessments, value engineering, and life-cycle cost analyses to guide client decisions.
• Oversee quality control of cost deliverables, ensuring alignment with standards and client requirements.
• Provide technical expertise, due diligence, feasibility, and dispute resolution services to clients when required.
• Maintain and enhance SBI historical cost databases for future estimating accuracy.

Project Management

• Plan, direct, and coordinate project activities to ensure objectives are met within schedule and budget.
• Develop project work plans, define resource requirements, establish staffing plans, and allocate responsibilities.
• Review proposals, drawings, and specifications for consistency, budget alignment, and client expectations.
• Monitor project progress through reports, schedules, and budget tracking, adjusting plans as required.
• Coordinate the delivery of design documents, bid packages, and procurement activities with interdisciplinary teams.
• Oversee contract administration, including scope management and timely client approval of changes.
• Communicate proactively with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure transparency, issue resolution, and alignment on objectives.
• Support SBI Advisory Services with claims analysis, feasibility studies, and due diligence assessments.

Leadership and Team Development

• Mentor and guide Project Engineers, Estimators, or other assigned staff, including task coordination and on-the-job training.
• Participate in recruiting, performance evaluation, and resource planning in coordination with senior leadership.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing within the firm.
• Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, assisting with proposal preparation, and representing SBI during client interactions.

Compliance and Governance

• Coordinate activities with regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and client requirements.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities per SBI policies, including planning, assigning work, and resolving issues professionally.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management from an accredited university. 5 to 10 years of progressive, relevant industry experience with direct responsibility on large-scale, complex projects, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a strong understanding of construction means and methods, project delivery phases, and cost benchmarking. Experience managing a technical process on a large project, or managing a small project independently, is required. Experience in all stages of the project lifecycle — from conceptual estimating through project close-out — is essential.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Proficient with CAD or other Building Modeling & Design Applications, Project Management, Scheduling, Estimating softwares. Must have full understanding of ERP modules related to construction management, with knowledge of integration solutions and troubleshooting.

Desirable: Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), EIT, PE, PMP, or equivalent professional accreditation.

Successful candidate must be a problem solver and a team player, who is able to manage time, plan and prioritize assignments to meet clients’ demands and project(s) deadlines. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Compensation

Offered rate of compensation will commensurate with individual education, qualifications, experience, skills and work location. Salary range for this position is $125,000 – $155,000 annually plus Performance Bonus & Profit Sharing Bonus.

Benefits Package

We strive to provide our employees with hybrid and flexible work environment within projects’ constrains. Due to the nature of our business, the employee may perform duties at the Company’s office, a client site, or, on occasion, may travel to project site(s) throughout the USA.

• Annual employee performance bonus & company profit sharing bonus;
• Professional Development allowance;
• Medical (100% paid by company), Dental & Vision insurance;
• FSA/HSA;
• 401K & company profit sharing bonus;
• Commuter pre-tax;
• Life, AD&D, Short-, and Long-Term disability insurances;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & HealthAdvocate;
• Voluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity; Pet Insurance; Legal Plan;
• Generous Paid Time Off, Volunteer and Holidays package.

We strive to provide our employees with hybrid and flexible work environment within project constrains.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit and use hands to operate telephone, type and operate computer and mouse. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear and bend and twist neck. The employee may occasionally lift and/to move up to 10lb and rarely lift and/or move up to 25lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distant vision.