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Senior Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor

Leland Saylor Associates
Location
San Francisco Bay Area(HQ)
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Estimating
Salary
$110K–$195K
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience working in a construction cost management or estimating role.
  • College and/or post-graduate degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of full-lifecycle cost management and/or estimating experience on private and public construction projects.
  • Working knowledge of U.S. unit costs and factors affecting construction cost.
  • Experience leading cost management on medium to large, high-value building or infrastructure projects of medium to high complexity.
  • Familiarity with the U.S. competitive bidding process.
Nice to have
  • Professional accreditation such as AACE International certification, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, or ASPE Certified Professional Estimator.
  • Proficiency in Power BI, HCSS, Revit, and Assemble.
What the job really is

The Senior Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor at Leland Saylor Associates will be responsible for delivering cost management and estimating services throughout the project lifecycle for U.S.-based clients. Daily tasks include collaborating with design teams and contractors, preparing cost estimates, managing change orders, and producing monthly cost reports. This hybrid role requires on-site presence three days a week in Walnut Creek, CA.

Benefits
  • Salary: The salary range for this full-time role is $110K–$190K per year.
  • 401(k), Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 100% employer-paid premiums.
Things to weigh
  • Hybrid role requiring on-site presence 3 days a week.
  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities or training programs.
  • Professional accreditation is preferred but not mandatory.
  • The role involves significant client-facing responsibilities, which may not suit all candidates.
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