HILL International - Phoenix, AZ
posted about 2 months ago
Hill International is seeking a Change/Cost Control Manager in Phoenix, Arizona. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of project cost reports. The successful candidate will manage and update the Master Project Budget, develop risk-based contingencies, and monitor the overall integrity of the budget. They will also be responsible for identifying and reporting on critical trends that require executive action. The Change/Cost Control Manager will provide independent cost estimating and support for GMP negotiations. This includes creating, maintaining, and updating the Should-Cost estimate of the CBU program as the design progresses until the final GMP is agreed upon with the Design-Builder. The role involves reviewing the status of the GMP estimate provided by the Design-Builder and advising the client on costs and observations as part of the monthly cost report. Additionally, the manager will provide recommendations for bid packages, variation orders, and any other cost proposals, as well as support in negotiating the GMP amendment with the Design-Builder. The position also entails invoice review and certification, ensuring that interim and final payment applications accurately reflect actual progress and performance. The manager will recommend adjustments for retainage and other contractual withholdings, ensuring payments are made according to the standard payment terms in the applicable contract agreement. Furthermore, the role includes developing and implementing a change management process, evaluating change order requests, and working with the client project team to agree on timely change order response strategies. The manager will also develop a disputes/claims process and track issues that could lead to disputed change orders or claims.