What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Cost Manager position at Hoffman Construction Company?
Job Description
The Construction Cost Manager will work within the Project Controls / Cost Management function and will report directly to the Project Director and/or Senior Project Manager. The Cost Manager is responsible for overall project cost management, including setup and oversight of job cost reporting, monthly forecasting (EAC), change management and leading a team of 5-10 Cost Engineers. The Cost Manager plays a key role in maintaining pace of construction and ensuring that subcontractor proposals are validated and approved in a timely manner. This role serves as the primary cost interface with clients, owners, subcontractors, and internal project leadership, and provides direct oversight to Cost Engineers. This position will be fully onsite at jobsite location near Childress, Texas.
Salary: $100,000 to $155,000 DOE Travel & Relocation Incentives
Principal Responsibilities
Cost Management & Reporting
Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.
Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply.
Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project, MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field.
Our company has been in business for almost a century, but we’re not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity.
Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing.
You’ll earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance.
The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more.
Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20 years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here.
We’re looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore our website , and, if you like what you see, apply today.
The Construction Cost Manager will work within the Project Controls / Cost Management function and will report directly to the Project Director and/or Senior Project Manager. The Cost Manager is responsible for overall project cost management, including setup and oversight of job cost reporting, monthly forecasting (EAC), change management and leading a team of 5-10 Cost Engineers. The Cost Manager plays a key role in maintaining pace of construction and ensuring that subcontractor proposals are validated and approved in a timely manner. This role serves as the primary cost interface with clients, owners, subcontractors, and internal project leadership, and provides direct oversight to Cost Engineers. This position will be fully onsite at jobsite location near Childress, Texas.
Salary: $100,000 to $155,000 DOE Travel & Relocation Incentives
Principal Responsibilities
Cost Management & Reporting
- Establish and maintain project job cost reports, including budgets, commitments, forecasts (EAC), contingencies, allowances, yet‑to‑buys, and actual costs.
- Oversee monthly cost report preparation, review, and reconciliation prior to internal and external distribution.
- Ensure consistency and accuracy of cost data across all project cost control tools and reports.
- Track and manage costs by bid package, field order, and client-defined change categories.
- Prepare and manage monthly project forecasts (EAC), identifying cost trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with Project Managers and Project Directors to align cost forecasts with project status and recovery plans.
- Manage contingency usage and provide recommendations for cost risk mitigation.
- Lead change order management and validation, including scope review, pricing validation, and contractual compliance.
- Review and approve subcontractor change proposals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements.
- Maintain owner and subcontractor change logs and ensure timely incorporation into project forecasts.
- Work directly with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to validate pricing and resolve cost-related issues.
- Serve as the primary externally facing cost representative to clients and owners during financial reviews and meetings.
- Support negotiation and resolution of cost-related matters while maintaining professional relationships.
- Provide oversight and direction to Cost Engineers, including review of cost reports, takeoffs, and authorization packages.
- Ensure Cost Engineers follow standardized cost control procedures and reporting requirements.
- Support project closeout activities, including final cost reconciliation and subcontract closeout.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field
- 10 years of experience in construction cost management, project controls, or estimating within a general contractor environment
- Strong understanding of construction cost reporting, forecasting, and change management
- Experience working directly with Project Managers, Project Directors, subcontractors, and owners
- Proficiency in cost control and reporting systems (CMiC, Procore, Excel, etc.)
Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.
- Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.**
Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply.
Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project, MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field.
Our company has been in business for almost a century, but we’re not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity.
Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing.
You’ll earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance.
The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more.
Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20 years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here.
We’re looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore our website , and, if you like what you see, apply today.
Salary : $100,000 - $155,000