Project Monitoring Consultant

Arcadis•Houston, TX

1d•$111,000 - $133,000

About The Position

Arcadis is hiring a Construction Monitoring / Due Diligence Consultant for its Development Advisory team within the Places business area. The team supports international lenders and investors by helping them understand investments, manage and mitigate risks, and maximize equity returns. In this role, the consultant will use construction cost expertise to help clients make informed decisions and manage cost risk throughout the project lifecycle, from inception through completion. The position involves independently leading technical due diligence and construction-phase monitoring, serving as the cost and budget subject matter expert, and providing risk advice to clients. The role is client-facing and includes coordinating multidisciplinary teams, communicating project information, and contributing to business development.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in project monitoring, cost estimating, or cost management is preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, equipment, and market pricing.
Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and other technical documentation.
Ability to present cost information and recommendations confidently to clients and executive stakeholders.
Proficiency with industry-standard cost estimating and project management tools.
Knowledge and understanding of property development and market trends in project procurement and funding.
Successful track record in a client-facing role.
Advanced IT literacy.

Nice To Haves

Experience delivering data centers or industrial/manufacturing facilities.
Relevant professional qualifications, such as MRICS.

Responsibilities

Independently undertake, lead, and deliver technical due diligence and construction-phase monitoring reports for funder and investor clients.
Act as the subject matter expert on budget and cost matters.
Benchmark and market-test development budgets, including superficial reviews and detailed rate analysis.
Assess project financial performance and provide appropriate risk advice, including approving drawdowns from the agreed fund.
Review and catalogue financial security provided by the borrower, such as warranties, third-party rights, performance bonds, and cost-overrun cash deposits.
Review loan documentation to identify and monitor clauses for compliance and risk reporting.
Assess project sites, construction progress, and supplementary delivery data to evaluate project risks, impacts, and mitigation options.
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams in delivering specialist risk reporting.
Communicate effectively to ensure information is available for successful project completion.
Engage regularly with clients, build relationships, and contribute to a business development strategy.
Represent Arcadis professionally and diligently.