Senior Cost Manager

Fortiva; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to oversee diverse construction projects in Dallas. This role involves managing project budgets, ensuring financial viability, and mentoring junior staff. You will be responsible for producing detailed cost estimates and reports while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. If you have a passion for construction and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values expertise and innovation in project management.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cost management or estimating, ideally in construction.
• Strong understanding of financial management principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates, cost plans, and reports for projects.
• Manage multiple projects and deliver presentations to stakeholders.

Skills

Cost Management

Estimating

Quantity Surveying

Financial Management

Project Cost Control

Change Order Management

Risk Evaluation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Construction Management

Cost Management Certifications (RICS, AACE)

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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Challenging Talent Acquisition Across The Consultancy/Owner's Representative Space (USA)

Job Title: Senior Cost Manager (Owner's Representative)

Salary: $130,000 to $150,000 Experience Dependant (Plus Benefits)

Fortiva are delighted to be partnering with an Owner's Representative firm in Dallas to help recruit them a new Senior Cost Manager. Supporting a range of projects ranging from Build Out, Commercial Fit Out, Residential etc. across a diverse portfolio of clients.

As Senior Cost Manager you will be responsible for ensuring successful inception of the project, appointment of contractors and stakeholders are financially viable, budgets are approved and subsequently signed off at agreed periods, ensuring that projects are completed on time and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Put together estimates, cost plans, RFP’s, cost reports, cash flows, risk registers and value engineering reports.
• Oversee requisition process including lien waiver management and TI reimbursements.
• Regular contract review to ensure it is performing.
• Manage and perform industry benchmarking include identification of suitable peer projects.
• Help mentor junior staff in the development of documentation.
• Manage multiple projects of varying complexity in various stages, or large/complex marque projects on a full time commitment.
• Deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders and other relevant parties.
• Produce estimates in a timely manner with developed a understanding of market rates and overall cost economics that require minimal adjustments, including the ability to manage design.
• Ensuring that projects are delivered on time and to a high specification.

Key Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in cost management, estimating, or quantity surveying, preferably within the construction, real estate, or development sectors.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, cost structures, and financial management principles.
• Proven experience working with developers, general contractors, and design teams to manage project budgets and costs effectively.
• Expertise in project cost control, change order management, and cost reporting.
• Ability to evaluate project risks and provide actionable solutions to clients.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and make sound decisions.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Cost management certifications such as RICS, AACE, or similar are preferred.

If interested please send your resume to [e-mail] and we can schedule an informal virtual brew in to discuss further.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Consulting

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Business Consulting and Services

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Medical insurance

401(k)

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