Cost Manager

Overview

We are seeking a Cost Manager to join our team in Chandler, AZ.


Our Chandler team is growing! If you want to be a part of a successful global organization and have at least 5-10 years in cost management in manufacturing and/or experience as an electrical and process piping contractor, we would like to connect with you. We are looking for an individual who will be a key team member of the project controls team to perform cost management/quantity surveying support. This is a full-time position with AtkinsRealis that comes with the opportunity to prove your true potential, provide expert services on world class projects, collaborate and grow with professional services experts, and receive an attractive compensation package with robust benefits. This role is based at our premiere client's semiconductor project site in Chandler, AZ.

Your role

• Commercial management of construction using unit rate contracts.
• Reviewing contractor change orders with strong adherence to the contractual methods of measurement.
• Review contractor change orders for accurate items against P&ID drawings.
• Prepare what-if estimates leveraging large data pulls.
• Track progress systematically and within agreed timelines.
• Field walking scope to understand quantities.
• Prepare ad-hoc cost analysis using advanced Excel skills.
• Discuss means and methods, and constructability.
• Review new rates to ensure alignment with existing contract rates.
• Team collaboration with coworkers and with fellow contractors, designers, and the client.
• Willingness to bring creative solutions to client and team challenges.
• Some duties may require the use of personal protective equipment and proper industry safety procedures when working around one or more dangerous elements or conditions.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related field, plus 5 - 10 years relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office, strong Excel preferred.
• Must be highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills required (interfaces regularly with contractors, designers, client).

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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