Senior Cost Manager

Overview

Oversee cost estimation, value engineering, and client satisfaction for construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimation
• takeoffs
• value engineering
• cost forecasting
• report preparation
• client meetings

Tasks

Work as integral part of our Estimating Team to perform plan and specification analysis, takeoff, and pricing of various types of construction projects The Senior Cost Manager is responsible for oversight of cost estimation and adhering to the company’s quality standards and ensuring client satisfaction. Employees in this position will interface with clients, consultants, and designers to achieve the project’s goals and ensure that all project activities are consistent with Company policy. The Senior Cost Manager should have the ability to identify opportunities within a project that will add value and help successfully accomplish the client’s desired project outcome. Prepare value engineering, cost option and cost strategy estimates Prepares technical evaluations, cost estimating draft reports, memos, and letters and presents recommendations to management and client Prepare valuations of work in progress reports from contractor draw requests Acquires and evaluates historical and vendor cost data for the development of cost estimates and price recommendations Contributes to team performance by collaboration and effective communication. Acts as lead individual for specific projects Assist with training and mentoring others Prepare independent post contract estimates, including reporting differences in scope, quantities, and pricing from contractor’s estimate Participate in Value Engineering studies, reconciliations, and negotiations with contractors Undertake other cost-related tasks as directed by supervisor, including review of estimates prepared by others Attend client meetings Review estimates prepared by Estimating Team, prior to supervisor final review Evaluates cost estimating deliverables prepared by architects and engineers, for cost containment Accurately forecasts costs of future projects and changes to existing projects Compiles and analyzes data on all factors that influence costs, such as material, labor, equipment, and profit margins· Participate in design charrettes and design workshops, including presenting estimates to the client and AE team Contributes to and understands the clients desired project outcomes, identifies opportunities to add value to accomplish the desired outcomes. Review construction plans and specifications during preconstruction to complete quantity take-offs and prepare estimates for all architectural, structural, and civil scopes from schematic through final design for new construction and renovation projects

Requirements

• construction degree
• cost estimating
• estimating software
• microsoft office
• aace certified
• customer service

What You Bring

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required: 4-year college degree in Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Cost Estimating or equivalent recognized technical qualification. Knowledge and understanding of execution of cost management services; good planning, organization, and communication skills essential. Understanding of technical and non-technical documents related to cost management services required. Knowledge and use of industry-estimating software and Microsoft Office software programs. Minimum Experience required: 5-10 years’ relevant experience in construction cost estimating of a variety of building types from program, conceptual, schematic, design development and construction document stages of design in elemental and CSI format for all architectural, structural, and civil components of new construction and renovation projects. Some MEP estimating experience preferred. AACE International and/or Certified Cost Professional prefer The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence.

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Benefits

Salary Range: $111,500 - $185,500 USD

About Rider Levett Bucknall Rlb

-Has grown into a leading global consultancy. -Provides project management, cost management, and advisory services. -Known for delivering large-scale, complex projects on time and within budget. -Worked on iconic buildings, transport systems, and sustainable developments globally. -Uses cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions to streamline project delivery and ensure efficiency. -Supports projects across various stages from feasibility through design and construction to operation.

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