CBRE Group, Inc

Senior Cost Manager

CBRE Group, Inc$145K — $170K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred; 8 years of cost management experience required.
  • Experience in cost estimating or surveying necessary.
  • Ability to perform complex financial calculations, including percentages and fractions.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate project scope and client needs to create and present recommended budgets.
  • Develop concept-level estimates for feasibility and business cases using market data.
  • Collaborate with clients and project managers to ensure budget compliance.
  • Manage detailed cost plans and maintain cost reports for client scrutiny.
  • Review bid responses to clients, providing recommendations on costs and contingencies.
  • Align cost plans with master schedules and manage financial flows.
  • Mentor others in cost management practices to enhance team knowledge.

Benefits

  • 401(K) retirement plan
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
Full Job Description
About the Role

As a Senior Cost Manager, you will oversee multiple multi-disciplined commercial real estate cost solutions for clients with direct or indirect accountability for cost delivery. The ideal candidate will play an integral part in the Building Consultancy function and will be responsible for specialty building services including surveying, inspections, and planning.

This role will be remote but work east coast hours. This person will support building new construction estimates, budgets, forecasts, and more.

What You'll Do

  • Evaluate project scope and client needs to create and present recommended budgets for necessary pre-bid and pre-construction cost estimating and cost planning services.
  • Create concept-level estimates to aid feasibility studies and assist with business cases, leveraging a range of information from simple internal benchmarking to detailed market data.
  • Collaborate with the client and Sr. Project Managers to ensure all work is funded in compliance with the client's internal policies.
  • Create and manage a detailed cost plan and maintain detailed cost reports for client review.
  • Review and report all bid responses to the client. Include recommendations for items such as high-value allowances, contingencies, and reserves.
  • Align cost plan with project master schedule. Establish a strategy to manage cash flows and project accruals and report progress.
  • Mentor others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
  • Lead by example and model behaviors which are consistent with CBRE RISE values by persuading others to adopt a different point of view.
  • Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams.
  • Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8 years of cost experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience in cost and education will be considered.
  • Minimum of 8 years of cost management or estimating/surveying experience is required.
  • Ability to calculate complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Disclaimer:

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.

Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $145,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $170,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

About CBRE Group, Inc

CBRE is a vertically integrated global commercial real estate services and investment firm. The company was established in 1992 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

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Join the world-class team at CBRE Group, Inc, the global leader in real estate services and investment. At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and professional growth. Our team is composed of industry-leading experts who are passionate about shaping the future of real estate.

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Join a team where innovation and leadership go hand in hand. CBRE empowers its employees to take the lead on projects, encouraging a culture of leadership that permeates every level of the company. With CBRE, you can transform your career trajectory through meaningful work that drives the real estate market forward.

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CBRE is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. With comprehensive diversity training and leadership development programs, we ensure that every team member has the resources to succeed. Our commitment to professional development is unmatched, offering continuous learning opportunities and career advancement.

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At CBRE, we understand that our employees are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer competitive benefits that support both your professional and personal life. Our inclusive culture champions diversity, encouraging a workplace where every voice is heard and valued.

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105,000 employees
Market Cap
$23.8 billion
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Net Income
$751.9 million
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$23.8 billion
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