Cost Manager - Mission Critical

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Cost Manager to join our team National Mission Critical team!

We are seeking a skilled Cost Manager to lead cost management efforts across all phases of Mission Critical construction projects. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong background in estimating, procurement, and cost control in general contracting

As a core member of the project delivery team, you will drive budget development, procurement strategy, and financial reporting while collaborating with design, engineering, and client stakeholders to ensure the project is delivered on budget and in alignment with financial objectives.

Cost Management

• Lead the full-cycle cost management of projects, establishing and maintaining cost controls from concept through completion.
• Conduct scope definition workshops with clients to develop accurate, comprehensive project budgets.
• Create and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates aligned with each design phase, updating forecasts at key milestones.
• Review design alternatives and emerging technologies for cost implications, ensuring estimates meet required accuracy standards.
• Deliver lifecycle cost models and integrate benchmarking data to support informed decision-making.
• Subcontractor change order evaluations based on project requirements.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prepare and present monthly cost reports and risk assessments to senior stakeholders, highlighting key variances, risks, and recommended actions.
• Support monthly stakeholder meetings and presentations with financial content, insights, and commentary.
• Produce cash flow forecasts across the project lifecycle to support client financial planning.

Procurement & Commercial Support

• Prepare tender documentation for trade packages, manage tender queries, and perform leveling and compliance reviews.
• Produce Tender Recommendation Reports and lead trade package reviews, ensuring a transparent and compliant procurement process.
• Manage monthly pencil requisitions, review variations, and support the agreement of rolling and final accounts.

Contract & Financial Oversight

• Review and interpret contractual terms and recommend entitlements related to change orders and claims.
• Coordinate with client finance teams to ensure accurate accounting, reporting, and compliance
• Analyze labor markets, union implications, and local tax impacts to inform cost strategy and project budgeting.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant cost estimating and cost management experience, ideally in general contracting or construction management roles.
• Experience in delivering technically complex projects.
• Proven expertise in both pre-contract and post-contract phases, including procurement, tendering, and final accounts.
• Strong working knowledge of construction cost drivers.
• Proficient in industry-standard estimating and cost control software.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to confidently present to and influence senior stakeholders.
• Able to manage multiple project deliverables simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Have Procore Financial Management experience.
• Have experience working on Mission Critical Data Center projects.

• Positions require verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

The salary range is $108,400 - $135,500. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parenting Benefits
• Long-term Disability
• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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