• Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and estimates through design and delivery phases, leveraging industry benchmarks and technical documentation. • Produce and present monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and funding data to stakeholders. • Coordinate all sources of cost information (design teams, GC, subs, vendor quotes) for robust cost validation and auditing. • Compile built cost records for benchmarking and continuous improvement. • Lead procurement strategy development, contractor/subcontractor pricing reviews, scope validation, and commercial negotiations to drive fair contract prices. • Manage final accounts and ensure timely agreement. • Own change control throughout the lifecycle: review, estimate, negotiate, and reconcile change orders; manage post‑contract cost variances. • Support cost risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency management, and commitment tracking. • Ensure robust cost control systems, including Earned Value Management (EVM) where applicable. • Integrate cost with schedule and scope, coordinating closely with project controls/scheduling teams. • Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact; lead value engineering (VE) initiatives and cost optimization strategies. • Monitor market trends (escalation, labor availability, material pricing) and provide timely insights. • Act as the primary client interface, ensuring objectives are met and service excellence is delivered. • Prepare and present executive‑level updates, written comments on GC submissions, and cost estimate updates. • Ensure adherence to internal Business Management Systems and company delivery methodologies. • Mentor and coach junior team members; foster a high‑performance, one‑business culture. • Demonstrate excellence in financial management (margin tracking, monthly fee/resource forecasts) across commissions.