Location: New York, NY

Construction Cost Controller

Salary: $140,000 +

We are seeking a hands-on Cost Controller with a strong construction background to support large, complex projects in New York.

This role deals directly with the construction team and requires someone comfortable operating in a high-pressure, fast-moving jobsite environment.

The ideal candidate understands construction, building design, and cost structures, and can partner closely with project leadership, finance, and partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Own project cost control for large-scale construction projects, including budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and variance analysis
• Track and report project spend, commitments, change orders, and cost-to-complete in real time
• Partner closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure financial discipline and cost accuracy
• Prepare and present monthly cost reports to senior leadership and finance
• Work directly with banks, lenders, and external partners on draw requests, reporting, and financial compliance
• Support procurement, vendor payments, and contract cost tracking
• Ensure alignment between design, construction progress, and financial reporting

Requirements

• Strong construction cost control experience is a must (large commercial, hospitality, mixed-use, or infrastructure projects preferred)
• Solid accounting and finance foundation, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Experience working with banks, lenders, and construction financing
• Deep understanding of building construction, design phases, and cost drivers
• Comfortable working in-office on site with construction teams in a fast-paced environment

• Confident, direct communicator — able to challenge assumptions and ask the right questions
• Experience supporting large, complex, high-value projects

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Nas at COREcruitment dot com

Due to the volume of application, we may not be able to provide feedback to all applicants.

If you haven’t heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Nevertheless, feel free to reach out!