4-year Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field preferred; or 4 years relevant experience.
Solid understanding of cost management and construction methods.
Experience managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills with a clear analytical approach.
People management experience is required.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Proficient in Excel and related software.
Responsibilities
Perform detailed cost estimating, budgeting, and planning throughout all project phases.
Prepare and issue cost reports for senior staff and clients.
Review cash flow prepared by junior staff and provide insights to senior staff.
Identify and recommend strategies for cost risks and opportunities.
Assist in administering change management processes, including evaluations and negotiations.
Manage and validate contractor invoices and assist in procurement activities.
Participate in bi-weekly cost meetings to review procurement and change order statuses.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on diverse projects with senior staff support.
Access to continued professional development and training opportunities.
Collaborative team environment that emphasizes effective communication.
Engagement in value engineering initiatives to enhance project outcomes.
Full Job Description
Title: Cost Manager Reporting to: Office Director Overview of the Role The Cost Manager provides cost management services, including invoice validation, cost forecasting and reporting, change management, close-out administration, procurement management, earned value, and value engineering. The Cost Manager should be able to identify opportunities within a project that add value and help successfully achieve the client's desired project outcome. The Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor is responsible for supporting senior members of staff and delivering comprehensive cost management services throughout the project lifecycle. This role ensures effective financial control, value optimization, and alignment with client objectives from project inception through closeout.
Essential Functions
Perform detailed cost estimating, budgeting, and cost planning across all project phases
Prepares and issues periodic cost reports to senior technical staff for review and submission to the client.
Reviews the cash flow prepared by junior technical staff and issues to senior technical staff
Identify and communicate cost risks and opportunities, recommending strategies to enhance project value
With minimal supervision, assist in administering change management processes, including evaluation, negotiation, and approval of change order requests
Assist with managing and validating contractor and vendor invoices and applications for payment. Support procurement activities, including preparation of RFP documentation, bid evaluation, and contract administration. Where applicable, provide overviews and reports to the client on contractor buyout of subcontract bid packages
Attends the bi-weekly cost meetings to review procurement status and change order status with the contractors and engineering teams
Support value engineering initiatives to optimize cost efficiency while maintaining quality and scope Review contractor and vendor closeout documentation to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and successful project completion. Contributes to team performance by collaboration and effective communication.
Understand client project objectives and proactively identify opportunities to enhance value and support successful outcomes. Support overall team objectives by undertaking additional responsibilities and duties as required.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to the role and be committed to delivering customer service excellence and strong commercial results.
Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required: 4-year Degree in Quantity Surveying (QS), Construction Management, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory, or a related field, plus four years or relevant experience.
Strong understanding of cost management principles, construction methods, and contract administration
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Must be highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision-making abilities
Must have people management experience
Must have excellent communication and presentation skills
Must thoroughly understand and utilize Excel
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Indoor office environment. May require work on site location when necessary.
Equipment used includes computers and standard office machines.
Essential physical tasks include: the ability to work on a computer and the ability to answer and speak on a telephone.
