Director, Project Cost Management

The Cost Manager is responsible for delivering controls and cost management services . This is for a single client and projects may involve both new build and renovation projects. The services include conceptual and detailed milestone cost estimates, feasibility studies, master planning, VE & design option reviews, budget reconciliations, Change Order evaluations, project accounting and forecasting. Attention to detail, strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment is a must and it is essential that this person has good knowledge of construction techniques / technology and real estate markets.

• Work with stakeholders to maintain project cost control reports, including tracking actual costs against estimated budgets.
• Required Qualifications :
• 2 -5 years as an Estimator, Cost Manager or similar role.
• Ability to regularly communicate analyzed data to client and team to achieve project goals
• Strong working knowledge of architectural drawings and planning concepts.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients as well as external team members (architects, contractors, client’s representatives, etc.).
• Ability to generate AACE level 1-5 cost evaluations; capable of working conceptually and qualifying unknowns; expertise in estimating software and benchmarking tools
• Ability to work collaboratively, independently and through ambiguity to create structure and consensus.
• Knowledge of Cost-X, On-Screen Takeoff or other estimating software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with procurement and tendering processes. At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE : JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .

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