Senior Cost Manager

Senior Cost Manager - Mission-Critical ConstructionTravel: Periodic day-trips to regional project sites in North Georgia and Western North CarolinaA rapidly scaling owner-side consultancy is redefining how capital-intensive programs leverage technology and data to stay on budget and ahead of schedule. As our next Senior Cost Manager, you will own the financial health of multi-site data-center builds for marquee enterprise clients. You will lead a high-performing, geographically dispersed cost team, plug cost intelligence into cloud-based PMIS tools, and sit at the strategy table with both client executives and internal leadership. If you thrive on complex MEP-heavy projects and want a seat where your insights shape billion-dollar investments, this is your next move. This Role Offers:You will join a people-first, technology-forward consultancy recognized repeatedly as a best place to work. Expect an inclusive, performance-driven culture that celebrates innovation, supports professional development, and gives back through paid volunteerism and matching gifts.Compensation & Benefits: Competitive base + bonus plan, comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) match, flexible PTO, charitable-giving match, and career-development stipendFocus:Orchestrate cost control throughout multi-site data-center programs from early design through commissioning.Build dynamic budgets, cash-flow forecasts, and KPI dashboards that keep decision-makers engaged.Chair quarterly financial health reviews with client directors and internal executives, surfacing risk and opportunity.Coach and inspire a geographically distributed team of cost analysts, fostering accountability and career growth.Seamlessly connect cost, schedule, and procurement data sets within leading PMIS solutions to improve speed and accuracy.Scrutinize change events, contracts, and invoices to safeguard margin and mitigate risk.Collaborate with MEP, procurement, and scheduling counterparts to align on cost drivers and strategic mitigations.Drive automation and visualization initiatives that transform raw data into actionable intelligence.Skill Set:5+ years leading cost-management or project-controls functions on hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data-center builds.Proven command of cost drivers in MEP-intensive environments - high-capacity electrical, advanced cooling, and IT/telecom integration.Hands-on expertise with cloud-based project controls and reporting platforms; experience integrating cost, schedule, and procurement data.Track record mentoring cost or project-controls teams and influencing diverse stakeholder groups.Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline.Clear, concise communication style with the confidence to present to executive audiences.Preferred10+ years total mission-critical experience.Prior responsibility for regional or multi-country cost strategy.Familiarity with earned-value, Monte-Carlo, or other advanced forecasting techniques.About Blue Signal: Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS