Director, Cost Strategy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Take charge of essential functions aimed at enhancing lifecycle costs through various channels.

• Collaborate within the Preconstruction department alongside the Director of Preconstruction.

• Create a historical cost database and reporting dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Oversee the implementation of a Global Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

• Formulate and execute cost-fidelity strategies during the preconstruction phase.

• Assess portfolio-level budgets and deliver detailed cost reports to project stakeholders.

• Spearhead cost-saving initiatives throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.

• Facilitate coordination among cross-functional teams to devise cost-saving solutions.

• Lead research and development efforts focusing on a cost- and schedule-first approach in product development.

• Propel stakeholder decision-making regarding cost-saving proposals.

• Examine cost data and trends to formulate cost-reduction strategies while upholding quality standards.

• Partner with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to negotiate favorable terms and pricing.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of cost-reduction strategies and make necessary adjustments.

• Develop strategies for cost certainty to manage budget overruns and unforeseen expenses effectively.

• Establish and uphold contingency plans addressing cost uncertainties.

• Collaborate with general contractors to secure costs early in the development process.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in construction, business, or a technical field, or equivalent work experience.

• Over 10 years of relevant experience in Preconstruction.

• Demonstrated expertise in cost management, preconstruction, or a related position in the construction or infrastructure sector.

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Excellent analytical and creative-thinking abilities.

• Capability to execute, process, and prioritize tasks independently with minimal supervision.

• Proficient in managing multiple projects and collaborating effectively with internal staff, external consultants, vendors, and other stakeholders.

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, Bluebeam, OnScreen Takeoff, and industry-standard estimating and scheduling software.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

• Must successfully pass a comprehensive background screening.

• Willingness to travel 10–20% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401K program.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Cell phone subsidy.

• Peer-to-peer recognition and rewards programs.

• Company events, game nights, happy hours, and barbecues.

• Opportunities for career development and growth.