Project Cost Manager

Cockram Construction, a globally recognized construction services business with over 150 years of history, is seeking a dedicated Project Controls Manager to join our team in the US. We focus on delivering top-level services in high-tech and challenging industries, particularly in the Pharmaceutical/Bio-Tech and Themed/Attraction sectors.

The Project Cost Manager will be responsible for developing, with the project team, project funding documents, assisting in budget, schedule and change management, cost and schedule risk analysis, cash flow analysis, and developing historical cost data for bench marking purposes. In addition, he/she will review and analyze contractor cost estimates, bids, change orders, invoices, labor rates, physical engineering/construction progress, etc. The project controls manager will be responsible for budgeting, tracking and controlling costs as well as engineer/contractor costs.

Technical Abilities Required:

The Project Cost Manager must have a strong technical knowledge in construction cost and schedule management. In addition, the individual must have strong analytical skills for estimate analysis, bid evaluations, budget monitoring, cash flow analysis, risk analysis and benchmarking project costs. The individual must have a good understanding of all types of estimating from conceptual through definitive construction estimates and must have a good knowledge of computer systems using data base programs, scheduling software, and spreadsheets.

The individual must have strong skills in leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills. The individual must have a strong understanding of the business aspects of projects and utilize available resources to provide technical solutions to complex problems that require the use of ingenuity and creativity.

Functions (Duties/Accountabilities):

• Assist the Project Manager(s) in developing project strategies
• Lead the preparation of project funding estimates
• Assist in developing strategies and negotiating pricing for scope of work for subcontractors such as G-Max, unit pricing, time and material, etc.
• Reviewing and analyzing engineer/contractor bids
• Evaluate engineer/contractors physical progress
• Develop and monitor project schedules and cash flow
• Develop engineering/construction cost forecasts for remaining work
• Reviewing, approving engineer/contractor buy outs, change orders and invoices
• Administrating the closeout of contracts and purchase orders
• Prepare monthly project status reports for senior management
• Lead risk analysis reviews for cost estimates, cost forecasts and schedules using applicable software packages

Join our team and contribute to exciting projects worldwide. Cockram Construction, Inc. offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA/HRA options, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401K with 4% match, 3 weeks paid vacation, paid sick time, 8 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays, $250 annual wellness stipend, and tuition reimbursement.

Cockram Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals.