Senior Cost Manager

Denver, Colorado
$130,000-$140,000 + Package

Please note: Due to client requirements, this position is only open to US Citizens. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship or alternative work authorisation cannot be considered.

We are representing a growing cost and project management consultancy with offices across the United States. Following a recent strategic integration with a leading global consultancy, the business is entering an exciting new phase of growth, combining the agility and entrepreneurial culture of a specialist consultancy with the resources, international reach, and long-term opportunities of a much larger organisation.

The company partners with some of the world's leading blue-chip clients, delivering complex programmes across the technology, commercial real estate, and mission-critical sectors. It has built an excellent reputation for client service, technical expertise, and investing in the development of its people.

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to join its growing Denver team. This is an excellent opportunity to lead the commercial delivery of high-profile data centre projects while playing a key role in the continued expansion of the regional business. The position offers significant client exposure, leadership responsibility, and clear long-term career progression within a rapidly growing organisation backed by a global platform.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day commercial delivery of complex data centre projects.
• Prepare Order of Cost Estimates, Cost Plans, Tender Documentation, and Contract Documentation in line with company procedures.
• Manage and coordinate all administrative activities associated with cost management meetings.
• Work closely with contractors to review cost reports, monitor planned versus actual costs, manage variations, and resolve commercial issues.
• Maintain and utilise the company's cost management systems to accurately report and communicate project financial performance.
• Partner with Project Managers throughout construction to review provisional sums, contractor design portions (CDPs), and commercial updates.
• Undertake monthly valuations and support the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
• Manage change control processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produce accurate monthly commercial reports for both internal and client stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with clients and project teams while supporting the continued growth of the Denver office.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience delivering cost management services on complex commercial construction or mission-critical/data centre projects.
• Strong understanding of construction, engineering, and architectural principles.
• Proven leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience across both pre-contract and post-contract phases.
• Must be a US Citizen (this is a mandatory client requirement).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.