Senior Cost Manager

SF $160,000 + Quarterly Bonus + Healthcare Coverage + Career Progression Permanent

Job Reference: 10997

Senior Cost Manager | San Francisco

Salary: Up to $160,000 + Quarterly Bonus

Open to UK, Australian, or US-trained QS profiles


A rapidly growing, partner-led construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to join its San Francisco team.

This role is suited to an experienced cost professional ready to take ownership of key projects, lead client relationships, and support junior team members.


The Opportunity

  • Lead cost management delivery across complex projects
  • Act as a key commercial contact for clients
  • Mentor and support junior cost managers
  • Join a consultancy in aggressive growth mode following a recent merger
  • Work across a diverse sector portfolio including corporate interiors, infrastructure, healthcare, residential, life sciences, industrial, and data centers
  • Clear pathway toward Associate Director level


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead cost planning, estimating, and reporting across projects
  • Manage procurement, tendering, and contract processes
  • Monitor budgets, risk, and change management
  • Build and manage client relationships
  • Support team development and mentoring


What They’re Looking For

  • 5-10+ years’ experience in cost management / quantity surveying
  • Currently operating at Senior Cost Manager level or equivalent
  • Strong client-facing and project leadership experience
  • Consultancy, client-side, or GC background
  • Multi-sector experience preferred
  • Open to UK, Australian, or US-trained QS profiles


Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary: Up to $160,000
  • Quarterly bonus
  • Full healthcare coverage for employee and family
  • Clear progression to Associate Director


Why This Role

A strong step-up opportunity with real project ownership, client exposure, and a clear path into leadership within a high-growth consultancy.

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