Cost Manager
New York
$100,000–130,000 + Extensive Company Benefits Package + Bonus

We are representing a rapidly expanding Cost Consultancy headquartered in New York, with additional offices across the Mid-West and West Coast. The business has undergone significant growth over the last few years and recently entered into a strategic partnership with a leading global consultancy, creating new opportunities for collaboration and international exposure.

Our client has successfully delivered independent cost and project delivery services to a wide range of Fortune 500 companies across multiple sectors, including technology, data centers, and manufacturing. They pride themselves on a modern, innovative approach to cost management, challenging traditional industry norms and offering clients a tailored, best-in-class service model.

The culture is forward-thinking, collaborative, and dynamic, reflecting that of some of their world-leading high-tech clients. With a strong pipeline of work and an entrepreneurial mindset, this is an exciting time to join the business and play a role in their continued success.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Cost Manager to join a fast-growing consultancy with clear progression pathways. You’ll take ownership of cost management responsibilities across a variety of high-profile projects, providing expert advice and ensuring successful delivery from inception to close out.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare Order of Cost Estimates, Cost Plans, Tender Documents, and Contract Documents.

• Lead cost reporting and financial management across projects, ensuring robust tracking of budgets, forecasts, and cashflow.

• Administer and chair cost meetings, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution of documentation.

• Manage contractor cost submissions, variations, and change orders.

• Utilize the company’s cost management platform to monitor and report project financials.

• Partner with Project Managers during construction to review schedules, provisional sums, and CDP packages.

• Oversee monthly assessments, valuations, and preparation of final accounts.

• Produce detailed monthly reports and ensure accurate financial tracking of all projects.

• Mentor and support junior team members where appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.

• 4–8 years’ experience in construction cost management or quantity surveying.

• Proven experience across both pre- and post-contract phases.

• Strong knowledge of construction, engineering, and architecture principles.

• U.S. citizenship, existing/transferable right to work in the U.S., or eligibility for an E2 or E3 visa.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and cost management software.

Why Join?

• Be part of a consultancy with a start-up mentality but the backing of a global partner.

• Work with innovative, high-profile clients across a diverse range of sectors.

• Join a supportive, collaborative team culture that values career progression.

• Benefit from excellent long-term growth opportunities in a company still at the forefront of its expansion journey.