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How much do project cost manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for project cost manager in Florida is $79,965.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,400.00 and $90,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a project cost manager do?

A Project Cost Manager is responsible for overseeing and controlling the budget and costs associated with a construction or development project. Their main duties include estimating project costs, preparing budgets, monitoring expenses, and ensuring that the project remains within financial constraints. They work closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors to analyze costs, identify potential savings, and report on financial progress. By managing resources efficiently, they help prevent cost overruns and contribute to the overall success of the project.

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

To thrive as a Project Cost Manager, you need strong analytical skills, a background in finance or quantity surveying, and typically a relevant degree or professional certification such as RICS or AACE. Familiarity with cost estimating software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and project management tools like MS Project or Primavera is common. Excellent communication, negotiation, and attention to detail help build trust and ensure accurate reporting. These skills are crucial to control budgets, minimize financial risks, and deliver projects on time and within scope.

What are some common challenges faced by project cost managers when working on large-scale construction projects?

Project Cost Managers often encounter challenges such as managing budget overruns due to unexpected site conditions, fluctuating material costs, and changes in project scope. Coordinating with multiple stakeholders—like architects, engineers, and contractors—requires strong communication and negotiation skills to ensure costs remain within agreed limits. Maintaining up-to-date cost forecasts and reporting can be demanding, especially when timelines are tight and project details evolve rapidly. Successfully navigating these challenges is key to ensuring a project's financial health and client satisfaction.

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Infographic showing various Project Cost Manager job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,965 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

Project Cost Controls Specialist Tampa, FL (Office-Based)

Quanta Services

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Quanta Services rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 80 rated construction

Job description

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.


Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.


In office Monday-Friday: Tampa, Florida 

Up to 15% domestic travel.


Hiring Across All Cost Specialist Levels: Junior, I, II & III 

As a Project Cost Specialist at QISG, you will be a key member of the Project Controls team, responsible for monitoring project financial performance throughout the project lifecycle. You'll develop and maintain budgets, track actual costs, perform variance analysis, prepare forecasts, and provide leadership with accurate reporting to support strategic decision-making. Your work will directly contribute to the successful execution of large-scale utility, power generation, and renewable energy EPC projects across North America.


  • Track, analyze, and control project costs for EPC energy and utility infrastructure projects, including transmission, substations, renewables, and utility construction.
  • Monitor project budgets, actual costs, forecasts, and cost trends across complex, multi-year projects.
  • Develop and maintain Estimates at Completion (EAC) and Estimates to Complete (ETC) to support accurate project forecasting.
  • Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles (highly preferred) to evaluate project performance, identify cost/schedule variances, and support proactive decision-making.
  • Identify cost risks, trends, and deviations while escalating potential issues to Project Managers and leadership.
  • Support change management activities, including change orders, budget transfers, and evaluation of cost impacts.
  • Partner with Project Managers, Operations Directors, and technical teams to align financial performance with project execution plans.
  • Prepare accurate cost reports, dashboards, and forecasts for leadership and project stakeholders.
  • Support Project Controls Execution Plans and ensure compliance with company processes and standards.
  • Utilize tools such as JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI for job cost tracking, analysis, and reporting.
  • Act as a trusted cost control resource for assigned projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

  • 4+ years in cost management and project controls.
  • Expertise in forecasting, cost control, change management, and risk analysis.
  • Convert complex financials into clear, actionable insights.
  • Proficient in JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, Power BI.
  • Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Business, Finance, or equivalent experience.
  • Willing to travel up to 15% domestically.

Join QISG and grow your career!

  • Competitive base salary 

  • Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance

  • 401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future

  • Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation

  • Great mentoring & career growth opportunities – we invest in your development

At QISG, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a career where you can grow, learn, and be rewarded for your contributions.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

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