- Pay
- $63–81k
- Where
- San Francisco, California, GB · GB
- Level
- Mid
Ambitious Cost Manager wanted to drive real impact in Property & Construction from San Francisco.
Construction costs in San Francisco have barely settled in a decade, and clients across Property & Construction need someone who can keep budgets honest when materials, labour and timelines all move at once.
This is an established SME, grown steadily rather than overnight, now looking for a Cost Manager who wants defined responsibility without being boxed in.
You'd be joining a team that's built its reputation on getting the numbers right, project after project.
Here's what you'll be doing: Prepare and manage cost plans across a varied portfolio of Property & Construction projects in San Francisco Track budgets from feasibility through to final account, flagging risk before it becomes a problem Liaise directly with contractors, quantity surveyors and project leads on valuations and variations Produce clear cost reports for clients and internal stakeholders, no jargon, no padding Review tender submissions and advise on procurement routes that fit the project Support change control and keep contract documentation accurate and up to date Here are the skills you'll need: Solid grounding in cost management or quantity surveying, ideally within construction or property Confidence handling budgets, forecasts and reporting without constant oversight Strong communication skills.
You'll be the person contractors and clients both trust A methodical approach, but one that flexes when a project throws something unexpected at you Working knowledge of relevant cost software and reporting tools The judgement to know when to escalate and when to just fix it Key perks and benefits: Salary of $63,000 to $81,000, depending on experience Hybrid working, with flexibility built around project demands rather than bolted on Private medical insurance and pension contribution Annual leave that respects actual work-life balance, not just the policy wording Genuine professional development opportunities, including support toward further qualifications Why pursue a career in Property & Construction?
San Francisco's skyline doesn't stay still, and neither does the demand for people who can control cost without slowing projects down.
A career as a Cost Manager in Property & Construction rewards precision and nerve in equal measure, and the path upward is real: senior cost manager, commercial lead, director.
Few sectors offer this much tangible proof of your own work, literally built and standing in the city around you.
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