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Cumming Group · 6 hours ago

Senior Cost Manager

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$111K/yr - $149K/yr

5+ years exp

Cumming Group is one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, offering dynamic opportunities in cost management. The Senior Cost Manager will be responsible for delivering solutions in areas such as conceptual estimating and budget development, while also mentoring junior team members and managing client relationships.

Construction

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform workload and team management such as QA/QC, fee proposals, and task management

Reconcile invoices and change orders with GC, sub-contractors, and 3rd parties

Perform Value Analysis

Develop and nurture client relationships to ensure client satisfaction

Support senior management by providing needed reports and responding to inquiries for information

Mentor estimating technicians, estimators and train in understanding divisions and construction technology

Prepare project plans

Provide bid analysis and post contract support

Participate in peer review process

Undertake Risk and Value management evaluations

Understand project controls and stakeholders’ requirements

Participate in industry events and demonstrate an understanding of the local market

Other duties as assigned

Attendance at work during normal business hours

Qualification

Cost EstimatingConstruction Industry KnowledgeProfessional AccreditationClient Relationship ManagementRisk ManagementProject ManagementResearch SkillsMulti-taskingExcel ProficiencyCommunication SkillsTeam Management

Required

BS in Construction, Cost & Commercial Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

At least 5 years experience in Cost & Commercial Management or Quantity Surveying with professional accreditation

Healthcare experience is a PLUS

Utilize effective written and oral communication skills

Understand how your role contributes to the organization's goals

Deliver quality work product by role modeling organizational core values

Hold self-accountable to individual and team goals

Consistently communicate and collaborate with team members and clients

Build relationships with peers, leaders, and clients

Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at current role and prepare for career progression

Proficient in Cost Estimating for construction projects

Provide pricing expertise in various phases of construction work

Partner with management team in developing new customers and growing existing customer base

Strong research skills and ability to allocate the relevant data

Exposure to industry events, functions, & creating a network of key AEC professionals in the market

Demonstrate technical knowledge of the construction industry and the ability to use cost-estimating methods

Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or evenings

Demonstrate a high degree of creativity and latitude

Proficient in measurement and having a solid understanding of different trades, procurement strategies, and delivery methods

Ability to effectively integrate with other departments

Ability to quickly analyze, compare, and interpret detailed but sometimes poorly defined information

Possess a working knowledge of the different roles and services Cumming provides and how the cost management team fits in the project

Ability to read and interpret various documents such as Arch, Civil, Structural, MEP, Geotech, Site Logistics, and Schedules

Ability to communicate with various stakeholders, internal and external to the company

Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work efficiently

Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced, ever-changing work environment

Ability to understand contracts and specifications and review construction schedules

Strong communication skills

Current up to date technology and software knowledge

Proficient in excel

Preferred

Professional accreditation – MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, CPE or equivalent

Benefits

Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Company

Cumming Group

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At Cumming Group, we are passionate about helping our clients execute large-scale, complex projects on-time and within budget.

Founded in 1996

New York, New York, US

1001-5000 employees

https://cumming-group.com

H1B Sponsorship

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