Project Cost Manager

Critical Project Services

. Partner with Construction Managers and Project Management teams to maintain visibility into project costs, financial exposure, and risks .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project cost management, financial reporting, and change control processes, with a strong focus on construction finance and cost control principles. Proficient in analyzing financial data, forecasting, and maintaining accurate documentation to support project stakeholders.

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Project Cost ManagementFinancial ReportingChange ManagementConstruction Cost ControlForecasting

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Hard Skills

Cost ReportingAccrualsGMP StructuresChange OrdersFinancial AnalysisBudget ReviewProject Financial ManagementCost Control PrinciplesEarned ValueContract Administration

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft ProjectProject-Controls Tools

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementProject ControlsReal Estate DevelopmentMission-CriticalData Center

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Construction Managers and Project Management teams to maintain visibility into project costs, financial exposure, and risks
Monitor and communicate project budget status, actual expenditures, forecasted costs, scope changes, and overall financial performance
Identify cost risks and opportunities and provide recommendations for proactive financial decision-making
Maintain cost controls across labor, expenses, subcontractor costs, and other project expenditures
Review general contractor cost reports and validate project financial information
Reconcile general contractor actual costs against the GMP, Schedule of Values, approved budgets, and project commitments
Manage and support contract administration activities, including retention, terms and conditions, insurance requirements, allowances, contingency, and incentives
Track change orders, invoices, payments, lien releases, and supporting records
Coordinate and participate in change control, cost review, and project financial meetings
Support preparation and administration of monthly pay applications
Develop and maintain internal project cost reporting packages
Prepare project progress and cost reports for internal stakeholders and leadership
Assist with quarterly and fiscal year-end analysis, forecasting, accruals, and project-status confirmation
Support change management by tracking cost impacts, approvals, commitments, and forecast adjustments
Monitor performance against approved budgets and forecasts and escalate material variances or emerging risks
Maintain accurate, current, complete, and audit-ready financial documentation
Support the Construction team with cost analysis, reporting, forecasting, and financial planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in project cost management, project controls, construction finance, or a related discipline
Experience with forecasting, cost reporting, change management, accruals, and earned value
Strong understanding of construction cost control principles and project financial management
Experience reviewing project budgets, cost reports, commitments, invoices, change orders, and forecasts
Understanding of GMP structures and Schedules of Values preferred
Experience supporting contract administration and change-control processes
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills
Ability to identify cost trends, variances, and risks and communicate findings clearly to project stakeholders
Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy across multiple projects and competing priorities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to partner across Construction, Project Management, Finance, and external project teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Experience with Microsoft Project or similar project-management/project-controls tools preferred
Construction, real estate development, mission-critical, or data center experience preferred
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining strong communication and accountability across project teams
Travel up to 30% based on business and project needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance programs
Voluntary benefits options
Generous paid time off
Education assistance and tuition support
Retirement and savings programs