Job Description
Cost Manager - Life Science & Commercial Construction Location: Foster City, CA Salary: $160K-$180K (salary depends on experience) We're seeking an experienced Cost Manager to oversee all financial aspects of capital construction projects across life science and commercial sectors - from initial estimates through final closeout. Responsibilities Develop cost estimates and manage budgets for complex life science facilities such as labs, cGMP manufacturing, and cleanrooms, as well as commercial construction projects. Provide continuous cost modeling through design phases; support Value Engineering and competitive bid analysis on technically demanding builds. Monitor real-time project costs and cashflows; validate contractor pay applications and manage the change order process. Produce Monthly Cost Reports and executive-level financial summaries; track budget variances and contingency drawdowns. Execute final reconciliations, archive benchmarking data, and maintain a clean audit trail. Key Deliverables: Approved cost and TVD baselines, cashflow projections, change order logs, contingency trackers, monthly variance reports, and final reconciliation summaries. Qualifications 5+ years in Cost Management or Project Controls with direct experience in life science and/or commercial construction. Familiarity with the unique cost drivers of regulated environments including cleanrooms, MEP-intensive builds, validation requirements, and phased occupancy. Advanced Excel required; SAP and E-Builder Unity Construct experience strongly preferred. Strong grasp of construction accounting, cashflow modeling, and contingency management. Bachelor's in Construction Management, Finance, Engineering, or related field; AACE or RICS accreditation a plus. Candidates who fill out skills and questions move to the front of the applicaiton process! Benefits Full Benefits Included Email Your Resume In Word To John.Kramer@CyberCoders.com Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply. Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: linkedin : JK13-1986403 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered. John Kramer - Associate Manager For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This is a new role. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/08/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results. Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements. Copyright © 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved.