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Cost Manager | Owners Rep at E-Frontiers Cost Manager | Owners Rep at E-Frontiers in Elmhurst, Illinois Posted in 16 days ago.
Type:
full-time Cost Manager - Construction Consultancy ???? Chicago, Illinois, United States (WFH opportunities) ????
Salary:
DOE About the Role Join our highly respected cost management and estimating team and play a pivotal role in delivering precise, strategic, and innovative solutions for clients across a variety of building types. You'll work on projects from concept through construction, leveraging cutting-edge tools like BIM 5D cost modeling, LEED cost analysis, and life cycle costing to influence project outcomes. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile projects, collaborate closely with project teams, and gain exposure to the full spectrum of construction cost management .
Key Responsibilities Cost Management:
Lead cost control, negotiate change orders, and manage contingencies.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
Oversee project budgets, provide accurate financial forecasts, and analyze financial statements.
Invoice Processing:
Track and process invoices while maintaining up-to-date cost systems.
Reporting:
Produce progress, earned value, and cost reconciliation reports for internal and client review.
Contract Administration:
Prepare cost estimates and manage contract terms, retention, and insurance.
Documentation:
Maintain project records including change orders, invoices, and relevant documentation.
Project Closeout:
Coordinate project closeout meetings and deliverables.
Schedule Monitoring:
Ensure adherence to project schedules and QA/QC standards.
Support Project Management:
Assist with RFPs, equipment plans, and supplier coordination.
Proposal & Contract Management:
Oversee proposal reviews, contract negotiations, and supplier deliveries.
Financial Compliance:
Ensure budgets are met and project charges are accurately reconciled. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Structural or Architectural Engineering, Cost Estimating, or equivalent technical qualification. 4+ years of relevant experience in construction cost estimating across multiple building types, from program through construction documentation stages. Strong knowledge of elemental and CSI cost formats. Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional client service. Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.
Why Join Us Career Growth:
Opportunities to advance within a leading consultancy.
Impactful Work:
Influence high-profile projects from concept through completion.
Collaborative Environment:
Work alongside a skilled team of estimators, project managers, and engineers.
Flexible Work Options:
Some work-from-home opportunities to balance productivity and lifestyle. Exposure to
Cutting-Edge Tools:
BIM 5D, LEED
cost analysis, and life cycle costing.