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Cumming Group

Cost Control Manager

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Cumming Group
Privately held international project‑management and cost‑consulting firm for large complex builds.
Manages change orders and cost control for large public works construction project.
14d ago
$120,200 - $160,266
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Torrance, CA
Onsite
Company Size
2,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
change management
cost control
scheduling
budgeting
claims
reporting
  • Preparation of close out documents; preparation of reports and other correspondence; interfacing with the GC and agency personnel;
  • With the support of the estimating team, compare contractor submissions against market rates and productivities;
  • Establishes a project work breakdown structure in line with industry best practices;
  • Leads all change order management efforts as part of a team of 5-6 other cost control staff;
  • Works with senior project management staff to manage the overall project cost control efforts;
  • Attend / lead / record meetings to discuss changes with the contractor to fact-find details of the contractor's change requests;
  • Develop and maintain change management spreadsheets (Issues Log, change requests Log, Change order Log, etc.). Update and utilize eBuilder Software;
  • Coordinate with client's contract administration team to process and approve change orders;
  • Document and prepare for potential claims following unsuccessful ADR processes; establish documentation processes for potential claims;
  • Interacts with other project groups to provide cost codes, purchase order commitments, and change orders to ensure accounting guidelines are implemented;
  • Recommends improvements in systems, tools, and methods of project controls;
  • Prepare necessary materials and lead the dispute resolution process such as Dispute Resolution Board (DRB) or other Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes;
  • Preparation of modifications / change orders; preparation of cost analysis and pre-negotiation plans, evaluation and resolution of claims and change requests;
  • Works with scheduling staff to develop, manage, revise, and update integrated detailed project schedules including all phases of project execution;
  • Assists in creating detailed project budgets and cash flow projections from estimates;
  • Assist in monitoring contract compliance and interpreting contract documents to determine merit for change requests;
What you bring
cost control
change order
microsoft office
procore
expedition/cm13
bachelors degree
  • 5+ years of experience leading change order management efforts in the construction field
  • Knowledge of construction cost accounting that includes setting up budgets, commitments, actual cost, remaining cost, potential and approved change orders, and estimate to complete.
  • Must be detail-oriented with effective organization and coordination skills;
  • Must have ability to interface and communicate effectively with others;
  • 10+ years of cost control experience in the construction field;
  • Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office software;
  • Knowledge of Expedition/CM13, Procore, Unifier, and eBuilder is preferred;
  • Bachelors degree in Construction, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Accounting or related field preferred;
Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Matching
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Since 1996
Founded in Southern California
The company began in 1996, initially providing cost estimates for a casino resort before expanding into a global consultancy.
Over 60 offices
Global presence worldwide
Through strategic acquisitions and expansions, the company now operates in over 60 offices across the globe.
$300B projects
Completed construction value
The company has successfully completed projects totaling over $300 billion in value.
Top 100 firms
ENR ranking
Consistently recognized as one of the top 100 construction management firms by ENR.
  • Specializing in high-stakes sectors like advanced manufacturing, healthcare, education, and themed entertainment, it manages projects from pre-planning through delivery.
  • Its expertise spans cost management, program/project oversight, scheduling, dispute resolution, energy solutions, and comprehensive project controls.
  • From airport terminals and hospitals to luxury resorts and semiconductor facilities, it delivers a wide range of high-profile projects.
  • Starting with one casino resort job, it expanded into a global consultancy by merging with boutique specialists across regions.
  • Today, it combines boutique agility with institutional scale, backed by private-equity investment, to tackle the world’s most complex construction challenges.
Culture + Values
  • Client Focus: "We listen to our clients and provide services and solutions that meet their needs."
  • Team Members: "We hire only the very best people… foster a strong, rewarding environment that promotes both professional and personal growth, and that fosters long‑term company loyalty."
  • Integrity: "We do the right thing, always."
  • Quality: "It is expected that each Cumming Group team member holds one another accountable for the quality our clients expect from us."
Environment + Sustainability
2.675 M kg CO₂e Total
Total GHG Emissions
Total emissions reported in 2022, covering Scope 1 (266 k kg CO₂e), Scope 2 (540 k kg CO₂e), and Scope 3 (1.87 M kg CO₂e).
22
DitchCarbon Score
Score of 22 on DitchCarbon, outperforming 92% of peers.
  • Net zero target aligned with global 2050 goal: committed to journey to net zero by 2050.
  • Provides enterprise Scope 1-3 GHG inventories and net zero carbon strategies.
  • Delivers ISO 14001 Environmental Management and ISO 50001 Energy Management implementation.
  • Performs whole-building carbon assessments, LCAs, LCCAs, and cost/carbon trade-off analyses.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Actively seek diverse candidates in recruiting, hiring, internal policies, training and advancement.
  • Three employee resource groups: WOCC (Women of CCORP), SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Alliance), Obsidian (Black Team Member Network).
  • Commitment to transparent leadership, equal opportunity and measurable action at all levels.
  • No publicly disclosed gender ratio or statistics available.
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