Senior Cost Manager

Cumming Group; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 97,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

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 a leading cost management consultancy in the United States, delivering value through precise estimating and contract management across diverse projects. The team focuses on client relationships, industry knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful outcomes.

The salary range for this full-time role in the United States is $97,400.00-$129,866.68 per year, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• BS degree in construction, cost & commercial management, or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil, structural, MEP and other construction documents.
• Experience with military estimating and MCACES MII is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Continuous Cost Management across projects.
• Review and estimate scope of work from project documents.
• Manage contract administration at the project level.
• Provide bid analysis and post-contract support.
• Mentor junior cost estimators and lead client accounts.

Skills

Cost estimation

Excel

Reading construction documents

Pricing across construction phases

Project controls

Communication with stakeholders

Education

BS in Construction, Cost & Commercial Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

MRICS/AssocRICS/CCP/CEP/CPE or equivalent

Tools

MCACES MII

Job description

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform Continuous Cost Management.
• Review, interpret and accurately estimate the scope of assigned work as described in the project documents.
• Manage contract administration at the project level.
• 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 and provide expertise in all phases of construction work.
• Perform Value Analysis.
• Lead client accounts.
• Develop and nurture client relationships to ensure client satisfaction.
• Partner with management team in developing new customers and growing existing customer base.
• Support senior management by providing needed reports and responding to inquiries for information.
• Mentor junior cost estimators.
• Provide bid analysis and post contract support.
• Participate in peer review process.
• Understand project controls and stakeholders’ requirements.
• Participate in industry events and demonstrate an understanding of the local market.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Attendance at work during normal business hours.

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Proficient in cost estimating for construction projects.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of the construction industry and the ability to apply cost-estimating methods.
• Provide pricing expertise across various phases of construction work.
• Proficient in quantity measurement and possess a solid understanding of different construction trades, procurement strategies, and project delivery methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, including Architectural, Civil, Structural, MEP, Geotechnical, Site Logistics, Hazmat, and Schedule documents.
• Ability to understand contracts and specifications and review construction schedules.
• Strong research skills and the ability to identify, analyze, and apply relevant data.
• Ability to quickly analyze, compare, and interpret detailed, complex, and sometimes poorly defined information.
• Proficient in Excel and knowledgeable in current construction technology and estimating software.
• Possess a working knowledge of the different roles and services Cumming provides and understand how the Cost Management team contributes to the overall project.
• Ability to effectively integrate and collaborate with other departments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work efficiently in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.
• Demonstrate a high degree of creativity, initiative, and latitude in developing solutions to project challenges.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and work varied hours, including evenings or weekends when necessary.
• Deliver high-quality work products while consistently demonstrating and role-modeling organizational core values. Understand how individual responsibilities and deliverables contribute to the organization's overall goals. Hold oneself accountable for individual and team goals, commitments, and deadlines.
• Consistently communicate and collaborate with team members, project leadership, and clients.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with peers, leaders, clients, and other project stakeholders.
• Proactively participate in professional development to enhance current skills and develop new capabilities required for success in the current role and future career progression.
• Support management in effectively coordinating estimating and cost management activities across projects and teams.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, adaptability, and initiative when addressing project needs and priorities.
• Partner with the management team to develop new customers and expand the existing customer base.
• Develop and maintain a professional network of key Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) professionals within the market.
• Participate in relevant industry events, functions, and professional organizations to strengthen market presence and relationships.
• Identify opportunities to support client development, strengthen existing relationships, and contribute to business growth.
• Represent the organization professionally when interacting with clients, industry partners, and prospective customers.

Preferred Education And Experience

Education: BS in Construction, Cost & Commercial Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Experience: 4 to 5 years in Cost & Commercial Management or Quantity Surveying with professional accreditation. Experience with military estimating and MCACES MII software. Ability to apply for and obtain military base access.

Preferred Certification: Professional accreditation – MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, CPE or equivalent

Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.

All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.

The salary range for this full-time role is $97,400.00-$129,866.68 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program