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Lead Senior Cost Manager

CyberCoders
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/4/2026
Position Overview

The Lead Senior Cost Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of cost management for projects, ensuring cost efficiency and adherence to budgets. This role involves strategic planning in cost estimation, cost control, and contract management to support project delivery and organizational financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement cost management strategies for projects.
  • Conduct thorough cost estimations and prepare detailed budgets.
  • Monitor project costs and perform cost control analyses to ensure adherence to budgets.
  • Manage contracts and negotiate terms with vendors and subcontractors.
  • Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
  • Prepare and present regular cost reports and forecasts to management.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend value engineering solutions.
  • Engage with stakeholders to align project financials with organizational goals.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in cost management, with a focus on large-scale projects.
  • Proven expertise in cost control, cost estimation, and contract management.
  • Strong analytical skills with a deep understanding of financial principles and cost management techniques.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Familiarity with budgeting, financial analysis, and risk management practices is preferred.
  • Professional certification in cost management or project management (e.g., CCM, PMP) is a plus.

Benefits

Vacation/PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Bonus

Relocation

Telecommute

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Paul Miller - Lead Recruiter

For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.

This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 10/07/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Salary : $130,000 - $175,000

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