Cost Manager | Lenexa, Kansas

　　Direct Hire | On-site

　　Kelly Engineering is seeking a Cost Manager to join our clients' Project and Program Management team, for a major technology client.

　　In this role, you will assist with Capital Project Controls (estimating, cost management, planning/scheduling, risk management, change management) during the design and construction phases of large data center projects.

　　Role Accountabilities

　　Providing support to the Project Controls Lead (PCL) and project team throughout the project lifecycle

　　Supporting production of project level reports for PCL including detailed analysis of project cost and changes

　　Maintaining and controlling budgets from design concept through to project completion

　　Assisting with change management and control of total project costs (general contractors, direct suppliers, and professional appointments)

　　Analyzing projects to ensure that project funding is adequate by performing estimates, cost forecasts, cost trends, and accrual of actual costs

　　Developing cost estimates for civil, structural, architectural, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical disciplines

　　Preparing material, labor, and equipment cost estimates for concept designs, design development documents, bid documents, and change orders

　　Estimating and negotiating potential change orders

　　Completing cost validation and quantity surveying on an as needed basis

　　Monitoring and audit compliance

　　Reconciling program and project controls data with the client’s fiscal and financial controls systems

　　Presenting results of cost analyses to senior staff and clients

　　Desired skills and experience

　　Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying) or equivalent work experience

　　5 years' relevant experience

　　Understanding of construction means and methodology

　　Ability to read and understand design information

　　Ability to engage with the client and key stakeholders at all levels

　　Proficiency with Primavera P6

　　Client offerings

　　Benefit package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k with Matching, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, paid parental leave, FSA/HSA, adoption assistance.All applicants applying for this job opening must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have US residency at the time of application. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. TN visa ok. OPT or H1B Visa is not being accepted at this time.

　　As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

　　Why Kelly ® Engineering?

　　Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

　　About Kelly

　　Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

　　Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

　　Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.