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 20 rankings in ENR. With over 50 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 currently looking for a Senior Cost Manager to join our team in the Aliso Viejo, CA area. In this role, you will be a member of our highly reputable cost management and estimating team. The cost team delivers solutions to clients in the areas of conceptual estimating, budget development, cost planning, feasibility studies, value management, economic forecasting, milestone reports, pre- and post-contract auditing, change order review and reconciliation, BIM 5D cost modeling, LEED cost analysis, life cycle costing, and more. We encourage you to research us to learn more about our outstanding reputation within this service line.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Perform workload and team management such as QA/QC, fee proposals, and task management. Reconcile invoices and change orders with GC, sub-contractors, and 3rd parties. Perform Value Analysis. Develop and nurture client relationships to ensure client satisfaction. Support senior management by providing needed reports and responding to inquiries for information. Mentor estimating technicians, estimators and train in understanding divisions and construction technology. Prepare project plans. Provide bid analysis and post contract support. Participate in peer review process.Undertake Risk and Value management evaluations.Understand project controls and stakeholders’ requirements.Participate in industry events and demonstrate an understanding of the local market.Other duties as assigned.Attendance at work during normal business hours.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

Utilize effective written and oral communication skills. Understand how your role contributes to the organization's goals. 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. Build relationships with peers, leaders, 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. Proficient in Cost Estimating for construction projects. 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. Exposure to industry events, functions, & creating a network of key AEC professionals in the market. 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 effectively integrate with other departments. Ability to quickly analyze, compare, and interpret detailed but sometimes poorly defined information. Possess a working knowledge of the different roles and services Cumming provides and how the cost management team fits in the project. Ability to read and interpret various documents such as Arch, Civil, Structural, MEP, Geotech, Site Logistics, and Schedules. Ability to communicate with various stakeholders, internal and external to the company. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work efficiently. Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced, ever-changing work environment. Ability to understand contracts and specifications and review construction schedules. Strong communication skills. Current up to date technology and software knowledge. Proficient in excel. 

Preferred Education and Experience:

Education: BS in Construction, Cost & Commercial Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Experience: 4 to 5 years in Cost & Commercial Management or Quantity Surveying with professional accreditation

Preferred Certification:  Professional accreditation – MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, CPE or equivalent

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