Senior Cost Manager
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Thu, Oct 01, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
To support a growing practice, the full-time Senior Cost Manager will act as the key client interface, managing cost planning, estimating, and negotiations throughout the construction lifecycle while working remotely across the USA.
Key responsibilities
- Estimating and negotiating change orders and preparing detailed cost plans and budgets
- Managing cost checks, valuations, and post-contract cost variances while ensuring compliance with client financial policies
- Leading cost management efforts on medium to large-sized construction projects and mentoring team members
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in a cost management role within the construction industry
- RICS accreditation or progress towards it is preferred
- Experience leading cost management on medium to high complexity construction projects
- Strong knowledge of construction industry technical matters, including procurement routes and value engineering
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