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Rider Levett Bucknall

Cost Manager

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Cost Manager Reporting to: Office Director The proposed compensation range for this position is ... With minimal supervision, assist in administering change management processes, including evaluation ...

Linesight

Cost Manager

Washington, DC · Remote

$84K - $125K/yr

Overview As a Cost Manager at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse ... Resolve any commercial, change orders and contract issues quickly and fairly * Assist in the ...

Linesight

Cost Manager

Ashburn, VA · Remote

$84K - $125K/yr

Overview As a Cost Manager at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse ... Resolve any commercial, change orders and contract issues quickly and fairly * Assist in the ...

Linesight

Senior Cost Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$108K - $145K/yr

Manage the change management process - identifying, analyzing, approving, and implementing changes that affect the project cost * Analyse tenders/bids to ensure client value for money * Assist in the ...

Linesight

Senior Cost Manager

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$108K - $145K/yr

Manage the change management process - identifying, analyzing, approving, and implementing changes that affect the project cost * Analyse tenders/bids to ensure client value for money * Assist in the ...

Linesight

Senior Cost Manager

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$108K - $145K/yr

Manage the change management process - identifying, analyzing, approving, and implementing changes that affect the project cost * Analyse tenders/bids to ensure client value for money * Assist in the ...

Microsoft

Cost Management Campus Lead

Annapolis, MD · On-site

... - assist in procurement of the QS firm, provide onboarding, manage the resources allocated to the projects, hold regular MBUs, and approve payment of invoices. • Cost Reporting: Work with the PMQS ...

GDIT

EVM Cost Engineer

Falls Church, VA · On-site

The candidate must possess the ability to assist the Program Manager with the day-to-day performance of scope, schedule, cost and risk on the program. The position will drive operational and ...

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How much do assistant cost manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant cost manager in Washington is $54,173.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,900.00 and $58,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant cost manager?

Assistant Cost Managers are professionals who support the management and control of costs within construction or development projects. They assist in preparing cost estimates, tracking project budgets, and ensuring that expenditures remain within approved limits. Their responsibilities often include working with senior cost managers, analyzing financial data, and helping to prepare reports and documentation for stakeholders. Assistant Cost Managers play a crucial role in maintaining cost efficiency and supporting the financial health of projects.

How does an assistant cost manager typically collaborate with other team members and departments during a construction project?

As an Assistant Cost Manager, you will work closely with project managers, quantity surveyors, architects, and contractors to ensure that project costs are accurately estimated, monitored, and controlled throughout the project lifecycle. Collaboration often involves attending regular project meetings, reviewing contract documents, and providing timely cost reports. You may also be involved in negotiating with suppliers or subcontractors and supporting the preparation of tender documents. Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential, as your input directly influences financial decision-making and project outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant cost manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Cost Manager, you need a solid understanding of cost control, budgeting, quantity surveying principles, and typically a degree in construction, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with cost management software like CostX, MS Excel, and industry standards such as RICS or AACE certification is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies ensure accurate project cost tracking, efficient resource allocation, and clear collaboration with stakeholders, all critical for successful project delivery.

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Cost Manager

Rider Levett Bucknall

Leesburg, VA • On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Title: Cost Manager
Reporting to: Office Director
The proposed compensation range for this position is: $90,000 to $115,000. The offered rate of pay will be based on work location, individual education, skills & qualifications, and experience level.
Overview of the Role
The Cost Manager provides cost management services, including invoice validation, cost forecasting and reporting, change management, close-out administration, procurement management, earned value, and value engineering. The Cost Manager should be able to identify opportunities within a project that add value and help successfully achieve the client's desired project outcome.
The Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor is responsible for supporting senior members of staff and delivering comprehensive cost management services throughout the project lifecycle. This role ensures effective financial control, value optimization, and alignment with client objectives from project inception through closeout.
Essential Functions
Quantity Surveying- if your experience falls under this specialty, your duties will include:
  • Perform detailed cost estimating, budgeting, and cost planning across all project phases
  • Prepares and issues periodic cost reports to senior technical staff for review and submission to the client.
  • Reviews the cash flow prepared by junior technical staff and issues to senior technical staff
  • Identify and communicate cost risks and opportunities, recommending strategies to enhance project value
  • With minimal supervision, assist in administering change management processes, including evaluation, negotiation, and approval of change order requests
  • Assist with managing and validating contractor and vendor invoices and applications for payment. Support procurement activities, including preparation of RFP documentation, bid evaluation, and contract administration. Where applicable, provide overviews and reports to the client on contractor buyout of subcontract bid packages
  • Attends the bi-weekly cost meetings to review procurement status and change order status with the contractors and engineering teams
  • Support value engineering initiatives to optimize cost efficiency while maintaining quality and scope Review contractor and vendor closeout documentation to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and successful project completion. Contributes to team performance by collaboration and effective communication.
  • Understand client project objectives and proactively identify opportunities to enhance value and support successful outcomes. Support overall team objectives by undertaking additional responsibilities and duties as required.

Essential Functions
Cost Estimating - if your experience falls under this specialty, your duties will include:
  • Prepares and issues periodic cost reports to senior technical staff
  • Preparation of construction-related cost estimates, cost plans, and cost strategies.
  • Reviews the cash flow prepared by junior technical staff and issues to senior technical staff
  • With minimal supervision, reviews all change orders in accordance with the client's approval process
  • Reviews all invoices for the project and ensures that junior technical staff code the invoices where applicable and forwards them to the client's accounts payable department
  • With minimal supervision, provides procurement services for the client, where applicable, for construction and engineering services, including preparing RFP and bid analysis
  • Where applicable, overviews and reports to the client on contractor buyout of subcontract bid packages
  • Attends the bi-weekly cost meetings to review procurement status and change order status with the contractors and engineering teams
  • With minimal supervision, provides cost information on value engineering analysis
  • With minimal supervision, carries out an earned value analysis of the project on a periodic basis
  • Reviews the contractors close out administration and ensures that they meet their contractual requirements
  • Contributes to team performance through collaboration and effective communication.
  • Contributes to and understands the client's desired project outcomes, and identifies opportunities to add value to accomplish the desired outcomes.
  • Adds to team effort by accomplishing other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to the role and be committed to delivering customer service excellence and strong commercial results.
  • Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required: 4-year Degree in Quantity Surveying (QS), Construction Management, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory, or a related field, plus four years or relevant experience.
  • Strong understanding of cost management principles, construction methods, and contract administration
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Must be highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision-making abilities
  • Must have people management experience
  • Must have excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Must thoroughly understand and utilize Excel
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Indoor office environment. May require work on site location when necessary.
  • Equipment used includes computers and standard office machines.
  • Essential physical tasks include: the ability to work on a computer and the ability to answer and speak on a telephone.

RLB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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