Sr Cost Project Manager - Manhattan, NY -6474

ManpowerGroup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k) with Match

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Senior Project Cost Manager to lead cost management on complex facility, construction, and capital improvement initiatives in New York City. You will oversee budgets, forecasts, estimates, and controls across the project lifecycle, partnering with project teams to deliver solutions safely, on schedule, and within financial targets.

The role requires strong construction and facilities project management experience, solid communication, and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing costs on construction or facility projects.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting skills.
• Experience with contract management and cost controls.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead project cost management from planning through completion.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define scope and budgets.
• Monitor costs, forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide regular financial reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

Cost control

Budgeting

Forecasting

Contract management

Project financial reporting

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Multi-project management

Construction knowledge

Job description

Join our team as a Senior Project Cost Manager and play a key role in the successful delivery of complex facility, construction, and capital improvement projects. This position is responsible for overseeing project costs from planning through completion, ensuring budgets, forecasts, estimates, and financial controls are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in construction and facilities project management, with expertise in cost control, budgeting, forecasting, contract management, and project financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional who enjoys partnering with project teams to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: New York City, NY

What's the Job?

• Lead and coordinate construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish project scope, objectives, and schedules.
• Manage project teams, including contractors, vendors, and internal staff, to ensure smooth workflow and communication.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements throughout all project phases.

What's Needed?

• Proven experience in project management within construction or related fields.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of construction processes, techniques, and industry standards.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Engagement with a dynamic team committed to excellence.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.