Cumming Group · 16 hours ago
Mechanical Cost Manager
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$81K/yr - $108K/yr
2+ years expCumming Group is one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, offering an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Cost Manager to join their San Diego team. The role involves supporting large, complex projects by developing budget estimates, managing client relationships, and contributing to the cost management process.
Construction
Responsibilities
Develop budget estimates by performing accurate quantity take offs using plans and specifications, or conceptual information
Review, interpret and define the scope of assigned work as described in the project documents
Build up unit costs based on understanding of labor and material rate structures
Understand local market conditions and solicit feedback where applicable
Develop and nurture subcontractor/vendor and client relationships
Prepare and deliver summary analysis for assigned scope of work
Understand basic contractual arrangements and delivery methods
Evaluate change orders and peer review of estimates
Assist with the continuous cost management process
Develop and implement risk and value management exercises on projects
Participate in local industry events
Other duties as assigned
Attendance at work during normal business hours
Qualification
Required
Develop budget estimates by performing accurate quantity take offs using plans and specifications, or conceptual information
Review, interpret and define the scope of assigned work as described in the project documents
Build up unit costs based on understanding of labor and material rate structures
Understand local market conditions and solicit feedback where applicable
Develop and nurture subcontractor/vendor and client relationships
Prepare and deliver summary analysis for assigned scope of work
Understand basic contractual arrangements and delivery methods
Evaluate change orders and peer review of estimates
Assist with the continuous cost management process
Develop and implement risk and value management exercises on projects
Participate in local industry events
Other duties as assigned
Attendance at work during normal business hours
Utilize effective written and oral communication skills
Understand how your role contributes to the organization's goals
Deliver quality work product by role modeling organizational core values
Hold self accountable to individual and team goals
Consistently communicate and collaborate with team members and clients
Build relationships with peers, leaders, and clients
Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at current role and prepare for career progression
Demonstrate technical knowledge of the construction industry and the ability to use cost-estimating methods
Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or evenings
Demonstrate a high degree of creativity and latitude
Perform work tasks by receiving direction and then working independently with an interest in quickly learning and applying new skills and abilities
Apply knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the construction field
Ability to effectively integrate with other departments
Ability to quickly analyze, compare, and interpret detailed but sometimes poorly defined information
Possess a working knowledge of Cumming's tools, systems, and procedures
Demonstrate understanding of cost management fundamentals
Ability to communicate with various stakeholders, internal and external to company
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work efficiently
Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced, ever-changing work environment
Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
Preferred
Education: BS in Construction, Cost & Commercial Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field
Experience: more than 2 years' experience post receiving undergraduate degree working in related field
Preferred Certification: Working towards Professional Certification – MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, CPE or equivalent
Benefits
Medical
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Short and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Cumming Group
At Cumming Group, we are passionate about helping our clients execute large-scale, complex projects on-time and within budget.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Derek Hutchison
CEO + President
A. Al Jajeh
Chief Financial Officer & Member of The Board of Directors
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