Senior Construction Cost Manager; On-site - Corsicana, TX or Sweetwater, TX

Senior Construction Cost Manager (On-site) - Corsicana, TX or Sweetwater, TX

Corsicana, Texas, United States;
Sweetwater, Texas, United States

We are seeking an accomplished and highly motivated Senior Cost Manager to manage cost control operations across a broad portfolio of infrastructure, technology, and construction projects. This client‑facing leadership role requires exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a strong focus on cost management, financial forecasting, and reporting accuracy.

• Lead and provide oversight of regional/project cost control functions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all project(s).
• Direct the development and maintenance of robust cost control systems and tools, including project cost reports, forecasts, trend analysis, and change management procedures.
• Coordinate with regional project managers, engineers, and financial teams to monitor and validate cost data, identify variances, and guide corrective actions to control expenditures.
• Review and present comprehensive monthly and quarterly cost performance reports to senior leadership, highlighting key financial indicators such as earned value analysis (EVA), cost variances, and trends.
• Oversee tracking of project performance against budgets and schedules across multiple sites, proactively identifying risks and approving financial strategies for mitigation.
• Supervise advanced cost analysis and scenario modeling efforts to support executive decision‑making and strategic project planning.
• Manage and approve the preparation and review of regional/project proposals, estimates, and budgets, ensuring accuracy in financial projections and risk assessment.
• Oversee the management of change orders across all regional projects, ensuring documentation integrity and accurate reflection of budget impacts.
• Support and advise on contract negotiation and administration with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to align commercial agreements with project cost goals.
• Review and approve contractor invoices and payment applications to ensure compliance with contractual terms and financial policies.
• Ensure alignment of all regional cost control activities with internal policies, client standards, and industry best practices.
• Contribute strategically to business development efforts by supporting commercial positioning, proposal development, and contract negotiation.
• Mentor, manage, and develop junior cost control personnel within the region, fostering technical growth and career progression.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Required qualifications:

• 10+ years of cost control or cost engineering experience in the construction, infrastructure, or related industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related technical fields.
• Experience in the development and construction of hyperscale data centers or similar large‑scale, mission‑critical projects.
• Extensive experience using cost management software and tools such as SAP and Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced knowledge of cost management principles, including cost forecasting, variance analysis, change management, and project financial reporting.
• Demonstrated success in managing large‑scale project budgets and resolving complex cost discrepancies.
• Strong ability to interpret financial data, develop insights, and communicate findings clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to engage with clients and senior management.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities across different project teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Construction Management, Finance, Engineering Management, or a related field.
• Experience in hyperscale data center development and construction.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated risk‑cost‑schedule methodologies.
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