Senior Cost Manager (Data Center)
About The Position
At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless! We are hiring a Senior Cost Manager to oversee cost controls for a data center client. This role will be at the client's data center site in Prince William County, Virginia. Come join our team!
Requirements
- Prior data center construction experience highly preferred.
- Utilize effective written and oral communication skills.
- Deliver quality work product by role modeling organizational core values.
- Hold self-accountable to individual and team goals.
- Consistently communicate and collaborate with team members and clients.
- Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at current role and prepare for career progression.
- Provide pricing expertise in various phases of construction work.
- Partner with management team in developing new customers and growing existing customer base.
- Strong research skills and ability to allocate the relevant data.
- Demonstrate technical knowledge of the construction industry and the ability to use cost-estimating methods.
- Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or evenings.
- Demonstrate a high degree of creativity and latitude.
- Proficient in measurement and having a solid understanding of different trades, procurement strategies, and delivery methods.
- Ability to quickly analyze, compare, and interpret detailed but sometimes poorly defined information.
- Ability to read and interpret various documents such as Arch, Civil, Structural, MEP, Geotech, Site Logistics, and Schedules.
- Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced, ever-changing work environment.
- Ability to understand contracts and specifications and review construction schedules.
- Current up to date technology and software knowledge.
- Proficient in excel.
Nice To Haves
- BS in Construction, Cost & Commercial Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field
- 4 to 5 years in Cost & Commercial Management or Quantity Surveying with professional accreditation
- Professional accreditation – MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, CPE or equivalent
Responsibilities
- Manage project budgets, cost plans, cash flow forecasts, and monthly cost reporting.
- Administer contractor and vendor commercial accounts, including valuations, payment applications, change management, claims, and final accounts.
- Support procurement through tender preparation, bid evaluation, commercial negotiations, and contract administration.
- Develop and maintain project cost plans, benchmarking, value engineering initiatives, and cost optimization strategies.
- Monitor project commitments, risks, accruals, and forecasting to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
- Prepare financial reporting, lender drawdown documentation, and funding support.
- Maintain commercial governance, audit trails, and compliance with project systems, reporting standards, and document management processes.
- Lead commercial aspects of project close-out, including final account reconciliation, benchmarking, audits, and lessons learned.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Short and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
