Cost Manager

Overview

Manage cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for large capital manufacturing project.

Key Responsibilities

• cost integration
• billings review
• cost reporting
• financial analysis
• forecasting
• evm tracking

Tasks

-Work with the project scheduler to integrate cost and schedule -Confirm contractor progress billings are representative of progress in the field -Assist the project team in closing out the project and validating final costs for inclusion in the client’s historical database -Provide the project team with a weekly report of project cost information, including variance analyses, providing explanations of significant cost drivers -Assist the project manager in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting for the project, including the preparation of monthly reports -Deliver cost, time, and labor forecasts, equipment and material projections, and productivity trend reporting -Collaborate with the project team to transition the project estimate into a cost control budget that aligns with the client’s standard breakdown structure -Validate change orders and keep the project manager informed of the status and impacts of changes -Lead or participate in cost review meetings with the project manager and project team -Use EVM delivered from the schedule to determine the percent completed by CBS -Report on productivity and cost-tracking metrics -Complete ad‐hoc analysis to gauge the financial impact of various project actions

Requirements

• bachelor's
• 10+ years
• contruent
• sap
• cost control
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Attention to detail and accuracy required -Bachelor's degree in engineering, project/ construction management, or a related field required -Excellent written and verbal communication ability, coupled with the ability to work as part of a fast-paced team required -10+ years’ experience in project controls, cost control, or a similar role required -Experience in Contruent or similar cost management platforms is preferred -Strong organizational and time management abilities required -Strong knowledge and proficiency in project management methodologies, schedule and cost control tools, and software required -Excellent communication and presentation skills required -Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office and SAP required -Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required -Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required -Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is required

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About Pma Consultants

-Architects complex construction and infrastructure projects nationwide from their headquarters in Detroit’s One Campus Martius. -Expertise includes construction management, CPM scheduling, risk analysis, and dispute resolution. -Pioneers of innovative project planning tools like NetPoint and NetRisk. -Handles a wide range of projects, including healthcare campuses, transportation hubs, and water-wastewater systems. -Provides boutique attention to detail, ensuring personalized service for each engagement. -Employee-owned shared-stake model drives steady growth and deep client dedication.

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