Cost Manager

Zachry Group · San Antonio

POSITION SUMMARY

This role is responsible for managing the cost control function for the assigned project, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to support informed decision-making. The position requires strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills to collaborate with project stakeholders and drive positive project outcomes.

The Cost Manager oversees the development and maintenance of cost reports, analyzes trends, and provides actionable insights into project leadership. Responsibilities include implementing cost control measures, supporting cost accountability for project team, and ensuring alignment with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) practices, planning and scheduling, progress measurement, estimate development, and contract commercial terms.

PRIMARY POSITION OBJECTIVE

To manage and execute the cost control function for assigned project by:

Ensuring accurate and timely cost reporting and forecasting
Supporting project leadership with a cost-focused mindset
Communicating project health using standardized tools and reporting methods
Applying historical and current project trends to support decision-making
Maintaining data integrity and system accuracy
Supporting contract and commercial analysis to enhance financial performance

COMPANY NAME: Zachry Group JOB TITLE: Cost Manager DEPARTMENT: Cost LOCATION: Based initially in San Antonio, Texas for training, with willingness to relocate for opportunities in North Carolina, South Carolina, Louisiana, Indiana, and various locations throughout Texas to work on project sites.

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