Cost Control Manager

Principal Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain project job cost reports, including budgets, commitments, forecasts (EAC), contingencies, allowances, yet-to-buys, and actual costs.
• Oversee monthly cost report preparation, review, and reconciliation prior to internal and external distribution.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of cost data across all project cost control tools and reports.
• Track and manage costs by bid package, field order, and client-defined change categories.
• Prepare and manage monthly project forecasts (EAC), identifying cost trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with Project Managers and Project Directors to align cost forecasts with project status and recovery plans.
• Manage contingency usage and provide recommendations for cost risk mitigation.

Change Management

• Lead change order management and validation, including scope review, pricing validation, and contractual compliance.
• Review and approve subcontractor change proposals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements.
• Maintain owner and subcontractor change logs and ensure timely incorporation into project forecasts.

Subcontractor & Client Interface

• Work directly with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to validate pricing and resolve cost-related issues.
• Serve as the primary externally facing cost representative to clients and owners during financial reviews and meetings.
• Support negotiation and resolution of cost-related matters while maintaining professional relationships.

Team Leadership & Support

• Provide oversight and direction to Cost Engineers, including review of cost reports, takeoffs, and authorization packages.
• Ensure Cost Engineers follow standardized cost control procedures and reporting requirements.
• Support project closeout activities, including final cost reconciliation and subcontract closeout.

About Us

Build What Matters. Create What’s Next. Hoffman Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing builder specializing in technically complex, sustainable projects across advanced technology, mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Since 1922, we’ve grown from entrepreneurial roots into a multi-billion-dollar, employee-owned enterprise—now a dynamic family of companies with a national presence and a legacy of excellence. At Hoffman Construction, your potential has room to grow. Whether you're on a jobsite or in a corporate office, you’ll be empowered to take initiative, explore new paths, and shape the future of construction. We believe in building opportunity together—by unlocking talent, inspiring innovation, and driving forward the ideas that make a difference. Join Us And Benefit From Competitive pay and advancement opportunitiesOngoing professional training and developmentComprehensive benefits—including free primary care for you and your family through our dedicated clinics, health insurance, paid time off, and a generous retirement plan.A culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and respect.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction cost management, project controls, or estimating within a general contractor environment.
• Strong understanding of construction cost reporting, forecasting, and change management.
• Experience working directly with Project Managers, Project Directors, subcontractors, and owners.
• Proficiency in cost control and reporting systems (CMiC, Procore, Excel, etc.).

About Us

Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice. Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.