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Cost Manager (00356)

PMA Consultants, LLC
Chicago, Illinois, US
Full-time

Position Summary

PMA is currently seeking a Cost Manager for an exclusive assignment. In this role, you will perform project financial planning, administration, and forecasting duties in support of capital and maintenance of manufacturing construction projects.

As a key member of the project management team, you will produce periodic budgets and reporting, such as project performance against projections, and present your analysis to stakeholders, including executives.

You will analyze accruals, invoices, variances, and cost accounting for materials and labor and develop and implement standard cost processes and practices to ensure design and construction projects are performed within approved budgets.

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Position Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, project / construction management, or a related field required.
  • 5-10 years’ experience in project controls, cost control, or a similar role required.
  • Strong knowledge and proficiency in project management methodologies, schedule and cost control tools, and software required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication ability coupled with the ability to work as part of a fast-paced team required.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment required.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills required.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities required.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy required.
  • Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Office and SAP required.
  • Experience in EcoSys is required.

Additional Requirements

Physical : Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive : Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location;

work-from-home; or a client site. We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients.

We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals.

At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles.

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.

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