Steven J

Sr Cost Manager

Turner & Townsend • Período integral

Aug 2026 - Present • 2 mos

Lead estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring alignment between scope, budget, and contract terms. Provide comprehensive cost planning and estimating services, including the development, review, and presentation of detailed cost plans at key project milestones. Partner with design teams and general contractors to develop, validate, and refine cost estimates, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project objectives. Reconcile project changes and proactively review contractor data to ensure completeness, consistency, and commercial accuracy. Act as a key liaison with project stakeholders to gather updates, track progress, and support the preparation of cost reports and forecasts. Prepare clear written commentary and executive summaries on contractor submissions, highlighting risks, variances, and key decision points. Coordinate and consolidate cost inputs from subcontractors, suppliers, and design teams to support informed commercial decision-making. Track and manage cost impacts, including contingency utilization, change control processes, and cost variance analysis across multiple workstreams. Perform detailed cost checks and valuations on complex projects, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. Support procurement activities by reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing, evaluating bids, and leading commercial negotiations. Provide input into value engineering and design optimization initiatives to improve cost efficiency while maintaining project intent. Produce monthly cost reports, including budget updates, forecasts, and funding analyses for client presentation. Ensure cost auditing, validation, and final account closeout processes are executed effectively and in accordance with best practices. Maintain and contribute to benchmarking data and cost records to support future project planning and continuous improvement. Mentor and support junior team members, fostering development and ensuring consisten

Sr Mechanical Estimator

YA Group • Período integral

Dec 2025 - Aug 2026 • 8 mos

Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project narratives. Participate in client and internal project kickoff meetings. Perform quantity take-offs using estimating software and digital construction tools. Develop Requests for Information (RFIs) and coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors. Research pricing and build cost estimates using historical data, vendor quotes, and market benchmarks. Conduct comparative cost analyses and budget evaluations. Prepare organized and professional estimate reports for clients and project teams. Communicate with contractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and owners throughout the estimating process. Support process improvement initiatives and estimating best practices. Assist with project documentation and other related responsibilities as assigned.