Senior Cost Manager | Owners Rep

E-Frontiers; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Some work-from-home opportunities

Job summary

E-Frontiers in New York, NY, invites a seasoned construction cost estimator to join our cost management and estimating team. You will drive cost control across multiple building types from concept through construction, using BIM 5D cost modeling, LEED cost analysis, and life cycle costing to influence project outcomes.

Collaborate with project teams, manage budgets and forecasts, and deliver accurate cost reports and documentation for clients.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction cost estimating across multiple building types.
• Bachelor's degree in CM, structural/architectural Eng, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of elemental and CSI cost formats.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and client-focused.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost control, negotiate change orders, and manage contingencies.
• Oversee project budgets, forecasts, and financial statement analysis.
• Track and process invoices and maintain cost systems.
• Produce progress, earned value, and cost reconciliation reports.
• Prepare cost estimates and manage contract terms, retention, and insurance.
• Maintain project records including change orders and invoices.
• Coordinate project closeout meetings and deliverables.
• Monitor schedules and QA/QC standards.
• Assist with RFPs, equipment plans, and supplier coordination.
• Oversee proposal reviews, contract negotiations, and supplier deliveries.
• Ensure budgets are met and project charges reconciled.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Structural or Architectural Engineering, Cost Estimating, or equivalent

Tools

BIM 5D cost modeling

LEED cost analysis

Life cycle costing

Job description

New York, Manhattan, United States (some WFH opportunities)

About the Role

Join our highly respected cost management and estimating team and play a pivotal role in delivering precise, strategic, and innovative solutions for clients across a variety of building types. You’ll work on projects from concept through construction, leveraging cutting-edge tools like BIM 5D cost modeling, LEED cost analysis, and life cycle costing to influence project outcomes.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile projects, collaborate closely with project teams, and gain exposure to the full spectrum of construction cost management.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Management: Lead cost control, negotiate change orders, and manage contingencies.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Oversee project budgets, provide accurate financial forecasts, and analyze financial statements.
• Invoice Processing: Track and process invoices while maintaining up-to-date cost systems.
• Reporting: Produce progress, earned value, and cost reconciliation reports for internal and client review.
• Contract Administration: Prepare cost estimates and manage contract terms, retention, and insurance.
• Documentation: Maintain project records including change orders, invoices, and relevant documentation.
• Project Closeout: Coordinate project closeout meetings and deliverables.
• Schedule Monitoring: Ensure adherence to project schedules and QA/QC standards.
• Support Project Management: Assist with RFPs, equipment plans, and supplier coordination.
• Proposal & Contract Management: Oversee proposal reviews, contract negotiations, and supplier deliveries.
• Financial Compliance: Ensure budgets are met and project charges are accurately reconciled.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Structural or Architectural Engineering, Cost Estimating, or equivalent technical qualification.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in construction cost estimating across multiple building types, from program through construction documentation stages.
• Strong knowledge of elemental and CSI cost formats.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional client service.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.

Why Join Us

• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within a leading consultancy.
• Impactful Work: Influence high-profile projects from concept through completion.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a skilled team of estimators, project managers, and engineers.
• Flexible Work Options: Some work-from-home opportunities to balance productivity and lifestyle.
• Exposure to Cutting-Edge Tools: BIM 5D, LEED cost analysis, and life cycle costing.