Budget-Cost Manager

The Budget-Cost Manager is a full-time, hybrid role with three days per week spent in the client’s downtown Chicago office. Candidates must have expertise in PMIS cost implementation and configuration. Familiarity with Oracle ERP and Trimble (e-Builder) is preferred.  The right candidate will be self-driven and highly professional to ensure work is completed with excellence while maintaining a flexible schedule.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage the Cost Engineering team, ensuring workload balance and timely submittal of deliverables
• Oversee adherence to budget and cost policies, providing feedback to ensure quality project controls meetings
• Coordinate with other functional teams to ensure seamless integration and communication across the program
• Streamline reporting efforts and recommend improvements to optimize budget/cost management systems
• Act as the primary liaison between the client and cost team, ensuring proper funding management and understanding of program requirements
• Develop training materials, mentor staff, and ensure continuous improvement and compliance with budget/cost analysis

The Ideal Candidate will Bring:

• 10+ years of experience in budget/cost controls for large construction programs, preferably with infrastructure or transportation that is federally/state-funded
• Collaborates well within teams, understands team roles, and promotes effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Stays engaged in professional growth through resources like publications, associations, and conferences
• Actively listens to others, values different opinions, and applies lessons learned to improve future outcomes
• Meticulous attention to detail, effective decision-making skills, and strong organizational capabilities

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Cost Engineering, Finance, Accounting or other related field
• Expertise with PMIS cost implementation and configuration. Preferred expertise with Microsoft Access, Oracle ERP, Trimble (e-Builder) and Excel, including query building and coding
• Adapts to change, learns new skills, and successfully manages multiple tasks and priorities
• Communicates effectively, adjusting language and tone to the audience, and handles difficult conversations with ease

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to high-profile transportation projects that shape the Chicago area
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team with opportunities for professional growth and advancement and a personalized experience
• Work alongside professionals with 20+ years of experience
• Work for a leading organization in the field, renowned for quality excellence, reliability and innovation