Senior Cost Manager for Mission-Critical Projects

Ryan Companies US, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Educational Assistance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Cost Manager to lead full-cycle cost control on complex construction projects in the United States. The role focuses on cost planning, budgeting, and life-cycle cost modeling, ensuring accuracy from concept through completion.

The candidate will drive procurement support, analyze labor and tax implications, and present financial insights to senior leadership. Strong communication with clients and stakeholders is essential for project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CM, QS, Eng or related field.
• 7+ years of cost estimating and cost management experience in construction.
• Experience with pre-contract and post-contract phases incl. procurement and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle cost management from concept through completion.
• Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and forecasts at milestones.
• Review design options for cost implications and accuracy.

Skills

Cost estimation

Stakeholder communication

Budgeting

Project management

Pre/post-contract experience

Industry knowledge

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Cost Manager to lead full-cycle cost control on complex construction projects in the United States. The role focuses on cost planning, budgeting, and life-cycle cost modeling, ensuring accuracy from concept through completion.

The candidate will drive procurement support, analyze labor and tax implications, and present financial insights to senior leadership. Strong communication with clients and stakeholders is essential for project success.