Senior Cost Manager

Consertus; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with match

PTO 15-25 days

Consertus Academy access

Job summary

Consertus is seeking a Senior Cost Manager (Healthcare Capital Programs) based in Seattle, WA. You will lead construction cost management across a healthcare portfolio, owning budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and change control from preconstruction to closeout.

The role requires strong communication of financial information to project teams and executives, with experience in healthcare and large-scale infrastructure programs. On-site, full-time, with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in construction cost management.
• Experience supporting healthcare, institutional, or large-scale infrastructure capital programs.
• Proven ownership of budgets, forecasts, committed costs, and cash flow.
• Strong ability to communicate financial information to project teams and executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management activities for healthcare construction and infrastructure projects.
• Own project budgets, committed costs, forecasts, cash flow, and reporting.
• Manage cost change control, logs, and contingency tracking.
• Develop and maintain cost-to-complete forecasts across project lifecycles.
• Prepare executive-level cost reports and narratives; ensure governance across projects.

Skills

Cost forecasting

Cost governance

Budget ownership

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Finance

Tools

Cost management software

Forecasting tools

Job description

About Us:Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals in sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology.At Consertus, we celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built.Discover how Consertus is driving transformative change for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve at www.consertus.comAbout this Role:Consertus is seeking a Senior Cost Manager (Healthcare Capital Programs) based in Seattle, WA . This role is responsible for leading all aspects of construction cost management across a portfolio of healthcare-related capital projects, including hospitals, clinics, and infrastructure improvements.The Senior Cost Manager will own project budgets, committed costs, forecasts, cash flow, and change management from preconstruction through closeout. This individual will serve as the primary financial steward for assigned projects, ensuring cost transparency, forecast accuracy, and proactive risk management while providing executive-ready reporting and recommendations.The ideal candidate combines strong construction cost management expertise with the ability to communicate complex financial information to project teams, clients, and executive stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:Cost Management & ForecastingLead cost management activities for healthcare construction and infrastructure projects.Own project budgets, committed costs, forecasts at completion (EAC), cash flow projections, and cost reporting.Develop and maintain accurate cost-to-complete forecasts throughout project lifecycles.Establish and maintain consistent cost coding structures and work breakdown structures (WBS).Analyze budget variances and explain forecast drivers to project teams and executive leadership.Change Management & Risk ControlLead project cost change control processes, including evaluation of scope, design, and phasing changes.Maintain change logs, cost trend logs, and contingency tracking tools.Assess cost risks, escalation impacts, and contingency exposure.Recommend mitigation strategies and recovery plans to maintain budget objectives.Cost Reporting & Financial GovernancePrepare executive-level weekly and monthly cost reports and financial narratives.Communicate key cost drivers, budget variances, risks, opportunities, and required decisions.Ensure cost governance processes are consistently applied across assigned projects.Support compliance with owner requirements and audit standards.Cost Validation & ReconciliationReconcile contractor and consultant cost reports with client and company systems.Review and validate pay applications, invoices, accruals, and supporting documentation.Establish and maintain a single source of truth for project financial data.Support owner audits and financial closeout activities.Stakeholder CollaborationPartner with Project Managers, Accounting teams, contractors, consultants, and client representatives.Lead cost review meetings and drive timely resolution of financial issues.Support project closeout efforts, including final account reconciliation and lessons learned.Promote continuous improvement of cost management processes, templates, and reporting standards.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.7+ years of progressive experience in construction cost management, cost engineering, or project financial management.Experience supporting healthcare, institutional, or large-scale infrastructure capital programs.Demonstrated ownership of project budgets, forecasts, committed costs, and cash flow management.Strong knowledge of:Construction accounting principlesCost forecasting methodologiesCost governance and controlsCost coding structures and audit requirementsExperience managing:Change controlTrend trackingRisk managementContingency planningProficiency with cost management systems, reporting tools, and dashboards.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with active healthcare campus environments and associated constraints, including infection control and phased construction.Professional certifications such as:Certified Cost Professional (CCP)Certified Construction Manager (CCM)Project Management Professional (PMP)Working Hours: On-Site, Full-Time, ExemptCompensation Range: $180,000-$250,000 annually, depending on skills, experience and education.What’s In It For YouComprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)Company-paid life and disability insurance401(k) with day-one eligibility. We contribute dollar for dollar up to the first 3% of your contributions. Then we match 50% for the next 2% of your contributions.Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and developmentHow to Apply:If you’re passionate about this role we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.