Cost Manager

Summary

Job Description

The Cost Manager will be responsible for monitoring, reviewing, and controlling project costs across assigned construction projects. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and external stakeholders to ensure cost accuracy, timely reporting, and overall financial control.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Review and analyze subcontractor change orders (COs) for accuracy and completeness.
• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Perform basic-level quantity take-offs from construction drawings and conduct drawing overlays to verify scope and quantity changes.
• Reconcile changes and prepare written comments on subcontractor submissions, including executive summaries of changes.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to obtain, validate, and negotiate pricing for change orders.
• Compile, verify, and distribute accurate cost documentation in support of project deliverables.
• Complete timely and accurate cost checking, valuation, and cost impact assessments.
• Manage contingency and commitment tracking logs to ensure cost control and accountability.
• Perform quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and that a robust process for cost validation is in place.
• Carry out the production of monthly cost reports for presentation to the Project Manager.
• Assist in preparing and distributing monthly owner billings in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Acquire and maintain in-depth knowledge of all contract documents and subcontractor scopes of work.
• Ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed upon in a timely manner.
• Work professionally with Project Managers, Owners, Architects, Government Agencies, and Subcontractors.
• Interact professionally with owners and clearly, intelligently discuss change orders, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Assist the team in meeting critical deadlines and contribute as an active and reliable team member.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in the U.S. construction industry (cost management, estimating, or related field).
• Experience reviewing change orders (COs) and working with subcontractor pricing.
• General knowledge of construction project processes and documentation.
• Familiarity with project management software such as Prolog or Expedition (similar platforms may be acceptable).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn company procedures and actively contribute as part of the team.
• Prior experience supporting cost management on commercial construction projects.
• Exposure to preparing overlays and verifying drawing changes.
• Knowledge of billing processes, contract administration, and financial tracking.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in the U.S. construction industry (cost management, estimating, or related field).
• Experience reviewing change orders (COs) and working with subcontractor pricing.
• General knowledge of construction project processes and documentation.
• Familiarity with project management software such as Prolog or Expedition (similar platforms may be acceptable).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn company procedures and actively contribute as part of the team.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience supporting cost management on commercial construction projects.
• Exposure to preparing overlays and verifying drawing changes.
• Knowledge of billing processes, contract administration, and financial tracking.
  
  

Company Description

Founded in 1976, Martin-Harris Construction (MHC) has grown to be the largest general contractor in Nevada and now proudly serves Clients throughout the Southwest, with offices in Las Vegas, Reno, NV, and Denver, CO.

In response to our Clients’ needs for a multi-faceted contractor, we maintain dedicated talent and resources across a wide variety of industries, with experience in all delivery methods and in-house, self-performance capabilities to augment projects when needed. This ensures that no matter the scope — from $10K emergency repairs to $100K tenant improvements and $10M renovations to $100M new builds — we have the resources and expertise to consistently provide certainty of delivery, achieve project goals, and build strong, lasting relationships with our Clients.

Martin-Harris is a relationship-driven firm founded on Core Values that have resulted in longstanding partnerships with Clients, Design Professionals, and Subcontractors. Every MHC Associate strives to deliver more value and innovation on each project. This desire to not only meet, but exceed expectations, is built into our culture and inspired our company motto: Discover Excellence.

We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you are ready to be a part of an exciting and growing company, we encourage you to continue with this job application.

Martin-Harris is a zero tolerance and drug-free environment.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
  
  

Additional Job Information

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Martin-Harris Construction.