Johnson Service Group (JSG) is currently looking for a Cost Manager to directly support client's Project Services function in all aspects of Cost Management where you will support a diverse portfolio of investment delivery projects varied in complexity and cost from inception through to final close out. This is a contract to potential direct hire opportunity with one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies and will be located in Spring TX.
Pay $62.50/hour.
Responsibilities
- Consult with clients to understand project requirements and objectives.
- Conduct feasibility studies to evaluate proposed projects.
- Assist with gate reviews and RFP processes, bid leveling, and preparation of bid tabs.
- Collaborate with contract managers and procurement specialists to resolve contractual matters.
- Support project managers with contract budgeting and cost control.
- Ensure all documentation, including contracts and sign-off materials, is complete and stored in the company repository.
- Provide expert advice and interpretation of contract requirements.
- Monitor scope creep and manage scope changes effectively.
- Coordinate with project managers to ensure compliance with contract terms.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of contractual procedures and best practices.
- Work closely with project controls and finance teams to align CAPEX/OPEX procurement with cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
- Implement risk management, value engineering, and cost control measures.
- Continuously assess and optimize value for client investments.
- Analyze project outcomes and prepare budget and progress reports.
- Advise on claims, disputes, and contractual issues.
- Prepare detailed cost reports and budgets for construction projects.
- Measure and analyze project costs and quantities.
- Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes for accuracy and competitiveness.
- Prepare purchase orders, change orders, and cost reports.
- Provide cost advice and support to project teams.
- Conduct value engineering and life cycle cost analyses.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance/Accounting, or a related field, plus 3?8 years relevant experience.
- Experience with ERP software. (SAP, Polaris, etc.).
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Proficiency in procurement and contract negotiation.
- Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem solving skills.
- Must be self-motived and highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision?making abilities.
- Strong understanding of Microsoft Office specifically Excel.
- Must have excellent communication and presentation skills necessary to interface with external engineering, architectural and construction firms, suppliers, the management team and other organizations within client organizations.
Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 35 years of experience investing in people and companies.
Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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