Senior Cost Controls Leader for Education Projects

Cumming; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cumming Group is actively seeking a Senior Cost Controls Manager to support education-sector projects in Los Angeles, CA. This high-visibility role focuses on cost control, contract management, and fostering strong client relationships.

Ideal candidates bring a BS in a related field and 10+ years of cost management or quantity surveying experience, with MRICS/AssocRICS or equivalent preferred. Comprehensive benefits include salary and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BS in Construction, Cost Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• 10+ years of Cost Management or Quantity Surveying with accreditation.
• Experience with public sector project types, including public educational facility projects.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret cost scope from project documents and estimate accordingly.
• Develop and nurture sub-contractor, vendor, and client relationships.
• Review and comment on contracts and participate in contract negotiation.
• Prepare sub-contractor analysis sheets for assigned scope of work.
• Evaluate changes and subcontractor change order estimates; provide expertise in all phases of construction work.
• Manage contract administration at the project level.

Skills

Cost estimation

Contract negotiation

Sub-contractor management

Client relationship building

Mentoring

Education

BS in Construction/Cost Management/Engineering/QS

10+ years experience in Cost Management or QS

Public sector project experience

Job description

Cumming Group is actively seeking a Senior Cost Controls Manager to support education-sector projects in Los Angeles, CA. This high-visibility role focuses on cost control, contract management, and fostering strong client relationships.

Ideal candidates bring a BS in a related field and 10+ years of cost management or quantity surveying experience, with MRICS/AssocRICS or equivalent preferred. Comprehensive benefits include salary and growth opportunities.