Hiring: Real Estate Development Cost Manager Company: Western Governors University Location: Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:43:01 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Change Management, REST, Risk Management, Workday About the job Experience: •8+ years of experience in quantity surveying, cost management, or commercial management Required Skills: •This position will be working in office out of our Salt Lake City, Utah headquarters. Relocation Assistance will be provided for those not currently located in a 50 mile radius of Salt Lake. •Cost Planning & Budget Management •Lead development and management of project budgets from early planning through completion. •Establish and maintain detailed cost plans aligned to scope, schedule, and risk. •Validate and challenge estimates from architects, consultants, contractors, and third parties. •Monitor budget performance, identifying risks, variances, and savings opportunities. •Prepare budget forecasts and cash flow projections. •Design Phase Cost Management Qualifications: •Strong expertise in cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial management •Demonstrated capacity to analyze complex financial and project data to support decision-making •Skilled in contract evaluation, negotiation, and change management •Strong communication skills with the ability to present to senior stakeholders •Demonstrated capacity to identify risks and translate insights into actionable recommendations •Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Finance, or a related field •Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities •Demonstrated capacity to operate independently as a trusted advisor while collaborating across teams •Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is at the discretion of the hiring manager. •Operational familiarity with integrated project delivery or complex procurement models Compensation: •$109,900 - $170,400 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!