Senior Cost Manager

SLS Consultants is one of the fastest growing real estate development and construction consulting firms in the industry today. We are embedded in the ever-expanding Data Center market, as well as Advanced Manufacturing, Life Science, and Healthcare asset classes. As we enter the next phase of our growth journey, we are hyper focused on providing career opportunities for our employees, maintaining our quality and culture, and consistently delivering excellence for our clients. Join SLS to fast-track your career, maximize your industry impact, and partner with iconic brands to build the digital infrastructure of tomorrow!

Preferred Location: Remote (Candidates located in or near Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Phoenix, Denver, Boston, or Las Vegas strongly preferred.)

SLS Consultants is looking for a Senior Cost Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring our clients’ success. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing program and project cost management, possessing strong technical skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cost management activities across the full project lifecycle, from early planning stages through final completion and closeout.

• Monitor financial performance throughout delivery, including cost tracking, change management, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.

• Prepare, monitor, and update project budgets, cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation during both design and construction phases.

• Carry out cost analysis and value engineering exercises to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and budget optimization.

• Coordinate procurement and tendering activities, including preparation of bid documentation, commercial analysis of submissions, and contractor recommendations.

• Proactively identify commercial risks, cost exposure, and potential savings opportunities during all project phases.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in cost management or related fields, with a proven track record in managing scope related to construction projects.

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or a related field is required.

• Data center experience required and semiconductor or healthcare experience preferred.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.