Sr Cost Manager @ Actalent

Job Title: Cost ManagerJob DescriptionThe Cost Manager supports technology-related tenant improvement projects by managing project costs throughout the entire project lifecycle. This role provides full-service quantity surveying and cost management support for complex construction and equipment installation projects in highly technical environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage project costs across all phases of the project lifecycle, from initial estimates through final close-out.
• Provide full-service quantity surveying and cost management support for technology-related tenant improvement projects.
• Develop, review, and refine cost estimates to support project planning and decision-making.
• Monitor and control project costs, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with project teams to support construction activities and ensure cost-effective delivery.
• Prepare and maintain cost reports and documentation to provide transparent financial oversight.
• Support semiconductor, life sciences, dry lab, and equipment installation projects with accurate cost analysis and forecasting.
• Apply best practices in quantity surveying and cost management to improve project efficiency and financial performance.
• Leverage engineering, general contractor, or international quantity surveying experience to enhance project outcomes.
• Engage with professional standards and methodologies associated with RICS and similar bodies where applicable.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated full-service cost management experience across the project lifecycle.
• Strong quantity surveying (QS) with experience in cost planning and measurement.
• Proficiency in cost estimating for construction and technology-related tenant improvement projects.
• Expertise in cost control and cost management, including monitoring budgets and financial performance.
• Experience supporting construction projects in complex, technical environments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project stakeholders, including engineers, contractors, and technical teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• RICS affiliation or involvement is highly desirable.
• International quantity surveying experience is an advantage.
• Experience working with general contractors (GC) is attractive for the role.
• Engineering experience is beneficial, particularly in construction or technology-related fields.
• Experience with semiconductor, life sciences, dry lab, and equipment installation projects is a plus.

Work EnvironmentThe role operates within a highly technical project environment, supporting semiconductor, life sciences, dry lab, equipment installation, and technology-related tenant improvement projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including construction, engineering, and technical specialists, in facilities that house advanced equipment and specialized laboratory spaces. The work focuses on complex, high-value projects where precision, safety, and adherence to technical standards are essential.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Francisco, CA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $87.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Francisco,CA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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