Senior Cost Manager
Linesight · Lansdale, PA
- On site
- Full-time
- $145,000 / year
- Lansdale, PA
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Senior Cost Manager
Linesight · Lansdale, PA
Taylor Morgan
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Job highlights
- Manage project costs from tender to final accounts.
- Oversee change management and budget control.
- Analyze bids for client value and manage claims.
- Develop estimates and cost plans for projects.
- Lead and mentor project cost teams effectively.
About the role
Senior Cost Manager at Linesight
Linesight is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cost Manager to join our passionate and culturally diverse teams. You will gain extensive industry experience, expand your skillset, and broaden your perspective while enjoying a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. We empower you to take ownership of your career progression with mentorship from industry leaders and the tools to grow. You will also contribute to our business strategy as we continue to evolve, focusing on building lasting, trusted relationships with our teams and clients.
The Opportunity
In this role, you will:
- Actively participate in the tender/bid process, from initial documentation through analysis and reporting.
- Manage the change management process, including identification, analysis, approval, and implementation of project cost changes.
- Analyze tenders/bids to ensure client value for money.
- Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts and handle claims to ensure the client receives the best value.
- Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments.
- Oversee project spend by creating valuations and cost reports, and communicating variations clearly.
- Support nimble project management and clear decisions through excellent cost documentation and timely communication.
- Support the transparent settlement of construction disputes and loss and expense claims.
- Foster top performance and growth for employees through excellent mentorship and leadership.
What We're Looking For
- Experience as a Senior Cost Manager, ideally from a consultancy background.
- Experience working on High Rise commercial construction projects.
- Proficiency in pre-contract cost management, budget control, cost planning, preparing and initiating change forms, and knowledge of alternative construction materials.
- Chartered status or on the path to achieving it (support provided).
- A degree or comparable experience in a project management or construction discipline.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, managing priorities and deadlines.
- A passion for building strong relationships with team members and clients, characterized by openness and fun.
Work Environment
The preferred candidate will be local to the New York area and comfortable with a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite/2 days remote). This role can support a remote candidate in the surrounding eastern region but requires comfort with up to 25% travel to project sites in New York, NY. All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually with video required.
Key skills/competency
- Senior Cost Manager
- Cost Management
- Tender Analysis
- Change Management
- Budget Control
- Cost Planning
- Construction Projects
- Valuations
- Cost Reporting
- Claims Management
Skills & topics
- Senior Cost Manager
- Cost Management
- Project Management
- Construction
- Tender Management
- Budget Control
- Cost Planning
- Valuation
- Claims
- Commercial Construction
- High Rise Construction
- Consultancy
- Hybrid Work
- New York Jobs
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Senior Cost Manager experience and consultancy background, emphasizing high-rise commercial construction projects.
- Showcase expertise: Detail your proficiency in pre-contract cost management, budget control, cost planning, and handling change forms.
- Demonstrate communication: Prepare to discuss your excellent verbal and written communication skills and relationship-building approach.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your leadership, mentorship capabilities, and ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Address logistics: Confirm your comfort with a hybrid schedule and potential travel to New York project sites.
Technical preparation
Master tender and bid process documentation.,Practice change management identification and analysis.,Refine cost planning and estimation techniques.,Prepare for construction dispute and claims analysis.
Behavioral questions
Describe leading and mentoring project teams.,How do you build strong client relationships?,Explain managing priorities and deadlines.,Share an example of transparent claim settlement.
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Frequently asked questions
- What specific types of construction projects does Linesight typically manage?
- Linesight focuses on delivering major projects in exciting and innovative sectors, aiming for a sustainable built environment. While this Senior Cost Manager role specifically mentions High Rise commercial construction projects, Linesight's broader portfolio includes various large-scale developments.
- How does Linesight support career progression for a Senior Cost Manager?
- Linesight offers mentorship from industry leaders, provides the tools for growth, and involves employees in business strategy. They empower you to take charge of your career progression, and for those pursuing chartered status, they offer support.
- What is the expected work arrangement for the Senior Cost Manager role?
- This role operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. While a remote candidate in the eastern region can be supported, up to 25% travel to project sites in New York, NY is expected.
- What are Linesight's core values regarding team dynamics and culture?
- Linesight emphasizes lasting trusted relationships, a strong social dynamic, and a shared sense of achievement. They foster an open culture with a flat structure, treating employees with genuine care, respect, and empathy, promoting teamwork and fun.
- What is the salary range for the Senior Cost Manager position?
- The salary range for this Senior Cost Manager role is $108,000.00 to $145,000.00 USD annually. The final salary will depend on your education, skillset, and experience.
- How can I demonstrate my experience in pre-contract cost management for this role?
- To showcase your pre-contract cost management skills, highlight your experience with budget control, cost planning, preparing and initiating change forms, and your knowledge of alternative construction materials in your resume and during the interview.
- What is the interview process like for a Senior Cost Manager at Linesight?
- All interviews for the Senior Cost Manager position are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required for virtual interviews. Prepare to discuss your technical skills, leadership abilities, and cultural fit.
- Does Linesight have a strong focus on diversity and inclusion for the Senior Cost Manager role?