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Project Cost Manager Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

Senior Cost Manager

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$108K - $145K/yr

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 ...

Cost Manager

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$74K - $98K/yr

The Cost Manager should have the ability to identify opportunities within a project that will add value and help successfully accomplish the client's desired project outcome. Truth. Trust. Together.

Construction Cost Manager

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

The Cost Manager is responsible for the financial control, planning, and management of all capital expenditure projects related to the design, construction, and fit-out of WH Smith's new and ...

Senior Cost Manager (Pre-Con)

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$108K - $145K/yr

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 ...

Senior Cost Manager (Pre-Con)

Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1

$108K - $145K/yr

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 ...

Principal, Cost Management

Reno, NV · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Fleet Data Centers is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Cost Manager driving ... Facilitating effective communication on project status(s), monitoring project finances, working ...

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How much do project cost manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for project cost manager in Nevada is $108,966.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,200.00 and $123,700.00 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.

What cities in Nevada are hiring for Project Cost Manager jobs?

Cities in Nevada with the most Project Cost Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Project Cost Manager job openings in Nevada as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $108,966 per year, or $52.4 per hour.

Senior MEP Cost Manager - Construction Management

Turner & Townsend

Las Vegas, NV

$130K - $165K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. 

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. 

Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. 

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. 

Job Description


 

Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior MEP Cost Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide detailed and accurate cost reviews for electrical systems and/or mechanical systems and present findings to the client and assist in price negotiations for construction projects, ensuring effective cost management and project success. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for electrical systems in construction projects. 
  • Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle. 
  • Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate. 
  • Prepare written comments to the general contractor's submissions, including the executive summary. 
  • Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from NPA, subs, quantities from A/Es. 
  • Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes. 
  • Participate effectively with post-contract cost variances and the change of control processes. 
  • Reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing and leading negotiations on behalf of the client to drive fair contract prices. 
  • Display excellence in leadership and service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment 
  • Be a role model that drives a one business culture that achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, stakeholders, and society. 
  • Review project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work and required materials. 
  • Analyze project requirements and provide value engineering options. 
  • Perform cost risk analysis and provide input into value engineering. 
  • Communicate and collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders. 
  • Utilize industry-specific estimating software and tools to prepare estimates. 
  • Provide estimating advice, guidance, and analysis to project stakeholders. 
  • Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific estimating processes and methodologies. 
  • Prepare formal estimating reports, including quantity, cost, escalation, and other assumptions and clarifications. 
  • Mentor and support junior estimators, fostering their professional development and promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement. 
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications


 

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction. 
  • Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience 
  • Experience in a construction cost management role such as Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Cost Controls etc. 
  • Experience providing conceptual estimating services and/or pre-construction services at a construction management or related firm. 
  • Experience supporting large scale construction projects and programs 
  • Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as value management and value engineering. 
  • Excellent communication skills. 
Additional Information


 

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

The base salary range for this role is $130K-$165K, depending on years of experience. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. 

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.