Cost Manager

We are currently looking for a Cost Manager to join our team on a data center construction project. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting and managing project costs throughout the construction lifecycle. Experience in data center or mission-critical construction is preferred but not required. Responsibilities • Review, interpret, and accurately estimate assigned scopes of work based on project documents. • Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors, clients, and project stakeholders. • Prepare cost estimates, budgets, forecasts, and other cost management reports. • Prepare subcontractor analysis and bid comparison sheets for assigned scopes of work. • Review and evaluate subcontractor proposals, change orders, and cost impacts. • Perform continuous cost management throughout all phases of construction. • Support contract administration and commercial management activities at the project level. • Monitor project budgets, commitments, expenditures, forecasts, and potential cost risks. • Assist with change management, cost reconciliation, and project reporting. • Provide accurate and timely cost information to clients and project teams. • Work collaboratively with project management, estimating, and commercial teams. • Support the preparation and maintenance of project cost plans and related documentation. Qualifications • Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Cost Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. • Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or a related construction discipline. • Experience with data center or mission-critical construction projects preferred. • Strong understanding of construction costs, estimating methodologies, construction delivery, and project lifecycle management. • Ability to prepare and maintain accurate estimates, budgets, forecasts, and cost reports. • Understanding of change order management, contract administration, and construction measurement methods. • Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex project information. • Effective communication and relationship-building skills with clients, contractors, and cross-functional project teams. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced project environment. • Strong attention to detail, accountability, and collaborative working style. • Professional accreditation such as MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, CPE, or equivalent is preferred but not required. The salary range for this full-time role is $93,000.00-$154,400.03 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements. In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • 401(k) • 401(k) Matching • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Short and long-term disability • Employee Assistance Program