Project Cost Manager

Critical Project Services

. Partner with Construction Managers and Project Management teams on project costs, financial exposure, and risks .

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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project cost management, financial reporting, and construction finance, with a strong ability to analyze costs, manage budgets, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Proficient in maintaining accurate financial documentation and supporting contract administration processes.

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Project Cost ManagementFinancial ReportingChange ManagementConstruction Cost ControlForecasting

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Hard Skills

Cost ReportingAccrualsGMP StructuresSchedules of ValuesBudget ReviewChange Order ManagementFinancial AnalysisRisk IdentificationCost Control PrinciplesProject Financial Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft ProjectProject-Controls Tools

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementReal Estate DevelopmentMission-CriticalData Center

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Construction Managers and Project Management teams on project costs, financial exposure, and risks
Monitor and communicate budget status, expenditures, forecasts, scope changes, and financial performance
Identify cost risks and opportunities and recommend proactive financial actions
Maintain cost controls across labor, expenses, subcontractors, and other expenditures
Review general contractor cost reports and validate project financial information
Reconcile actual costs against GMP, Schedule of Values, approved budgets, and commitments
Support contract administration, including retention, terms and conditions, insurance, allowances, contingency, and incentives
Track change orders, invoices, payments, lien releases, and supporting records
Coordinate change-control, cost-review, and project-financial meetings
Support monthly pay applications
Develop internal project cost reporting packages
Prepare project progress and cost reports for stakeholders and leadership
Assist with quarterly and fiscal year-end analysis, forecasting, accruals, and project-status confirmation
Track cost impacts, approvals, commitments, and forecast adjustments
Monitor performance against budget and forecast and escalate material variances or risks
Maintain complete, current, and audit-ready financial documentation
Support Construction 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 and 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
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
Ability to travel up to 30% based on business and project needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay with incentive opportunities
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