Senior Cost Manager - Major Construction Projects

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd is recruiting an experienced Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor in Columbus, Ohio. The role focuses on cost management for Data Centers, Mission Critical, Commercial and Manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, solid construction cost knowledge, and a track record in estimating, cost reporting, and vendor management. A client-facing, collaborative approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in a cost management role in construction.
• Experience in Estimating, Cost Engineering, Project Cost Controls or related roles.
• Experience supporting program level cost management on medium to large projects.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Knowledge of procurement routes, value management and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manage prequalification of vendors, assess proposals and bid leveling documents.
• Develop project estimates including construction, direct costs, and fees.
• Present estimates to clients and provide value engineering recommendations.
• Review cost reports and forecasts, maintain commercial risk register.
• Oversee invoicing, change orders, and contractor entitlements.
• Lead post-contract closeouts and final accounting.
• Prepare cost controls and bid analysis documentation.

Skills

Cost management

Client facing

Communication skills

Budget control

Vendor management

Cost estimating

Project controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Bachelor's degree in cost management

Engineering-related degree

Tools

Cost Estimating Software

Take-off Software

Bid Analysis Sheets

Job description

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd is recruiting an experienced Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor in Columbus, Ohio. The role focuses on cost management for Data Centers, Mission Critical, Commercial and Manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, solid construction cost knowledge, and a track record in estimating, cost reporting, and vendor management. A client-facing, collaborative approach is essential.