What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Controls - Cost Consultant / Estimator position at NPAworldwide?
Job Description
Senior Cost Consultant / Estimator, Life Science & Industrial Manufacturing Projects
Note: This is a hybrid role and requires employees to be on site 3-5 days per week in either the Denver area or Indianapolis area. Relocation package available.
About Our Client
Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex and iconic large-scale capital projects. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, they are truly at the forefront of their industry.
We are currently seeking a talented, full-time Senior Cost Consultant / Estimator for Life Science and Industrial Manufacturing projects.
Job Description
Senior Cost Consultant / Estimator, Life Science & Industrial Manufacturing Projects
Note: This is a hybrid role and requires employees to be on site 3-5 days per week in either the Denver area or Indianapolis area. Relocation package available.
About Our Client
Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex and iconic large-scale capital projects. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, they are truly at the forefront of their industry.
We are currently seeking a talented, full-time Senior Cost Consultant / Estimator for Life Science and Industrial Manufacturing projects.
Job Description
- Oversee all aspects of cost planning, including cost plan ownership, presentation to clients, and internal stakeholders.
- Lead the procurement process through prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection, and contract preparation stages.
- Manage medium-to-large-scale client projects, ensuring effective procurement, pay requests, change management, cost reporting, and post-contract variance management.
- Provide strategic, tactical, and technical advisory as a senior client-facing cost consultant, influencing project outcomes and KPIs.
- Conduct feasibility studies, produce procurement reports, and generate ROMs for new and pipeline projects, setting project budgets.
- Lead cost management teams, manage final account negotiations, implement value engineering, and update cost benchmarking from completed projects.
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field (MS/MBA preferred), with MRICS/RICS or equivalent professional membership, progressing towards fellowship.
- Proven leadership in managing large, complex, multi-phase capital programs, including experience with integrated teams and senior stakeholder relationships.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with a strong ability to ensure service delivery and provide actionable insights.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, with a solid understanding of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law, and construction-related contractual frameworks.
- Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations impact project planning and execution.
- Full-time position with competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects
- Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) plan
