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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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Chicago, IL ยท 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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Manhattan, NY ยท 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Washington, DC ยท 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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Tempe, AZ ยท 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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Frederick, MD ยท 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 ...

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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Manhattan, NY ยท 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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Tempe, AZ ยท 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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Manhattan, NY ยท 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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Washington, DC ยท 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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Raleigh, NC ยท 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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How much do assistant cost manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant cost manager in the United States is $47,831.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

What are Assistant Cost Managers?

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.
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Infographic showing various Assistant Cost Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,831 per year, or $23 per hour.

Senior Cost Manager

Linesight

Augusta, GA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Overview
As a Senior Cost Manager at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will gain vast industry experience that will open doors for you, extend your skillset and expand your perspective. We will empower, support, and enable you to take real responsibility in your role so that you can take charge of your career progression with us. You will be mentored and supported by industry leaders and given the tools to grow. You will also be involved in and contribute to our business strategy as we continue to evolve. For us lasting trusted relationships are everything, both with our teams and our clients.
The Opportunity
In this role you will:
  • Actively participate in the tender/bid process-from initial tender/bid documentation through analysis and reporting
  • 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 preparation and agreement of final accounts, including the handling of any claims to ensure the client gets best value from works undertaken
  • Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments
  • Oversee project spend by creating valuations and cost reports, and clearly communicate variations to your team
  • Support nimble project management and clear decisions through excellent cost documentation and timely communication
  • Support the settlement of construction disputes/loss and expense claims with transparency
  • Foster top performance and growth for your employees via excellent mentorship and leadership

We would love to hear from you if you:
  • Have experience as a senior cost manager, ideally from a consultancy background
  • Have experience in pre-contract cost management while being experienced in budget control, cost planning, preparing and initiating change forms for discussion with other project stakeholders while being knowledgeable on alternative construction materials
  • Are chartered or are on the path to complete it. We can help
  • Have a degree or comparable experience in a project management or construction discipline
  • Are an excellent communicator verbally and in writing
  • Love a dynamic environment with the opportunity to manage your own priorities and deadlines
  • Thrive on building strong relationships with your team and clients through a shared purpose and sense of openness and fun

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually with video required.
About us
Linesight is a highly successful global project and cost management consultancy that keeps clients coming back. And for that we have our people to thank. You see we're not like the others. We're different. Unique. It's our fresh thinking and focus on what matters that has led to our evolving. We are on a journey working in some of the most exciting innovative sectors with some of the world's most prestigious companies delivering major projects that deliver a more sustainable built environment. We have an open culture and a flat structure where you can expect to be treated with genuine care, respect, and empathy. With Linesight, you can truly discover the power of team!
Diversity, inclusion and accessibility
Linesight is committed to transparent, equal opportunity employment practices. We are building a diverse and inclusive organisation, accessible to all, based on having a safe culture which enables all our people to be their true selves. We are a people business, and we understand that the more inclusive we are, the happier our people and better our work will be. We will ensure that individuals with disability are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or recruitment process and are accommodated in the workplace. If you require assistance or accommodation of any kind, please mention this in your application, we would love to hear from you!