Senior Cost Manager

Fortiva; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortiva in New York City is seeking Cost Managers (Junior through Senior) to join dynamic, high-visibility teams on marquee NYC projects across data centers, commercial, residential and infrastructure sectors.

Ideal candidates bring cost management/quantity surveying experience and a client-facing mindset. You’ll receive mentorship, fast-track pathways to senior roles, and a flexible benefits package to support a progressive consultancy career.

Qualifications

• Cost management / quantity surveying background in construction projects.
• Experience in consultancy or owner's representative environments is a plus.
• Client-facing, advisory-focused experience in GC or consultancy settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support cost management and quantity surveying for major NYC projects across data centers, high-tech facilities, commercial and residential sectors.
• Engage with clients and project teams to provide cost guidance and value optimization.
• Benefit from direct mentorship and clear pathways to Associate & Director levels.

Job description

Looking to make a high-impact career move in NYC construction before 2026 winds down—or kick off 2027 with a fresh challenge?

I am currently partnering with several top-tier Construction Consultancies across New York City that are aggressively expanding their Cost Management / Quantity Surveying teams both this side of the New Year and heading straight into Q1.

We are looking to connect with talented Cost Managers (Junior through Senior level) who are ready to step into dynamic, high-visibility roles.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Consultancy / Owner’s Rep Veterans: You’re currently in the project management / cost consultancy space, but you’re looking for better growth, stronger project exposure, or a fresh team culture.
• General Contractor (GC) Professionals Ready to Switch: You have a solid background working for a GC (Estimating, Field Engineering, or Project Management) and want to transition into a consultancy environment to be more client-facing, strategic, and advisory-focused.

What’s On Offer:

• Opportunities across major NYC projects, including Data Centers, high-tech Mission Critical facilities, commercial, residential, infrastructure, and interior fit-outs.
• Direct mentorship and clear, accelerated pathways to Associate & Director levels.
• Highly competitive compensation packages, full benefits, and flexible working structures.
• Direct exposure to high-profile clients and landmark developments.

Whether you're actively hunting, curious about market rates, or just open to a confidential chat about what's out there in NYC right now, I'd love to connect.