Cost Segregation Manager

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing a diverse portfolio of cost segregation engagements for commercial, residential, and specialty real estate assets
• Serving as the primary client contact and trusted advisor throughout the engagement lifecycle
• Reviewing and approving technical analyses, engineering reports, and final deliverables to ensure compliance with IRS standards and firm quality requirements
• Overseeing site inspections, cost analyses, and asset classifications performed by engagement teams
• Driving practice growth through business development activities, including cultivating referral sources, identifying opportunities within existing client relationships, participating in networking and industry events, assisting with proposal development, and collaborating with firm leadership to expand the Cost Segregation practice
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to supervisors, senior associates, and associates
• Managing client relationships and identifying opportunities for additional advisory, tax, valuation, and real estate services
• Collaborating with partners and leadership on business development, proposal development, and practice growth initiatives
• Participating in client presentations, networking events, webinars, and thought leadership activities
• Managing engagement economics, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation
• Monitoring industry trends, tax law developments, and IRS guidance impacting cost segregation services
• Supporting recruiting, training, and career development initiatives within the practice

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Architecture, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in cost segregation, construction consulting, engineering, real estate valuation, or a related discipline
• CPA, EA, CCSP, or other relevant professional certification is a plus
• Significant experience leading cost segregation engagements and advising clients on depreciation strategies
• Advanced knowledge of IRS cost segregation guidance, depreciation regulations, court cases, and revenue rulings
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, engineering concepts, and property cost analysis
• Demonstrated success managing client relationships, engagement teams, and multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience supporting business development efforts and generating new client opportunities
• Knowledge of real estate valuation and appraisal methodologies
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the year

Skills

• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and data analysis tools
• Advanced proficiency with RS Means, Marshall & Swift, Planswift, or comparable estimating software

Pay

The compensation for this position ranges from $130,000-$170,000.

Benefits

In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

Schedule

The in-office expectation is a hybrid schedule (3 days in office expectation per week).