Cost Manager

Overview

Manage project cost control, budgeting, forecasts, and financial reporting for a large capital manufacturing project.

Key Responsibilities

• cost control
• budget reporting
• evm analysis
• variance analysis
• schedule integration
• forecasting

Tasks

-Collaborate with the project team to transition the project estimate into a cost control budget that aligns with the client’s standard breakdown structure -Assist the project manager in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting for the project, including the preparation of monthly reports -Validate change orders and keep the project manager informed of the status and impacts of changes -Report on productivity and cost-tracking metrics -Provide the project team with a weekly report of project cost information, including variance analyses, providing explanations of significant cost drivers -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 -Complete ad‐hoc analysis to gauge the financial impact of various project actions -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 -Deliver cost, time, and labor forecasts, equipment and material projections, and productivity trend reporting

Requirements

• sap
• microsoft office
• conluent
• bachelor's
• project controls
• 10+ years

What You Bring

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

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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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