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Cost Manager

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing Professional Recruiter & Sourcer | Striving to Be the Recruiter I’d Want to Work With | Passionate About Connecting Talent with Opportunity Location: Austin, TX area preferred Step into a key leadership role where your expertise in cost management will drive some of the most advanced construction projects in the U.S.—from cleanrooms to high-tech facilities. As Cost Manager, you'll oversee budgeting, forecasting, subcontractor evaluations, and change management across complex scopes of work. In return, you'll receive fully paid health insurance for your family, daily catered meals, 401(k), paid phone plan, PTO that increases with tenure, and performance-based bonuses. What You’ll Do: Lead MEP cost estimation, budgeting, and forecasting across large-scale projects Review subcontractor bids, change orders, and payment apps Implement and manage project cost control systems Conduct risk-based cost analyses and align cost/schedule impacts Oversee change orders from evaluation through implementation Support procurement strategy and contract execution Advise leadership on design changes and cost implications Mentor junior staff and produce high-level cost reporting What You Bring: Bachelor’s in mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering 8+ years in MEP cost control pr project controls on large construction projects Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and process utilities Skilled in cost control software (CostX, Sage, Prism, Excel, ERP) Experience with Lump Sum, GMP, and Cost-Plus contract models Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills Bonus Points For: Semiconductor, data center, or pharma/cleanroom project experience Familiarity with BIM/VDC workflows Certifications (MRICS, CCP, PMP) Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Industries Construction and Semiconductor Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Project Control Manager” roles. Austin, TX $73,500.00-$101,000.00 1 day ago Consumer Marketing Planning & Operations Manager Strategy Operations and Planning Manager, SMB Advertising Austin, TX $95,000.00-$150,000.00 4 days ago Material Planning Manager, Power & Cooling (PAC) Austin, TX $71,500.00-$153,000.00 1 week ago Material Planning Manager, Power & Cooling (PAC) Austin, TX $71,500.00-$153,000.00 1 week ago Senior Consultant- Project Controls Scheduler Material Planning Manager, Power & Cooling (PAC) Austin, TX $71,500.00-$153,000.00 1 hour ago Senior Supply Chain Manager, Business Planning, Amazon Hub Delivery Austin, TX $103,900.00-$181,400.00 5 days ago Senior Program Manager, Supply Expansion Planning Austin, TX $221,000.00-$311,000.00 2 weeks ago Supply Chain Manager, Rural Delivery Volume Planning Austin, TX $77,200.00-$141,500.00 2 weeks ago Senior Supply Chain Manager, SWA Capacity Planning Austin, TX $103,900.00-$181,400.00 5 days ago Sr. Supply Chain Manager, Amazon Logistics Production Planning Team Austin, TX $145,000.00-$230,000.00 5 days ago Superintendent - Low Voltage & Building Technology (Traveling) Senior Manager, Transmission Planning Utilities General Superintendent-Self Performed Operations-Concrete (Louisiana) Austin, TX $144,000.00-$216,000.00 5 days ago Change and Transformation Manager, Workforce Planning Austin, TX $98,500.00-$138,000.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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