Neko Health
Construction Cost Management Lead, US
$236K–$289K
New York · Hybrid · Full-time · Posted Sep 15, 2026
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Quantity Surveying.
About the job
Leads cost management, estimating, procurement, and commercial control for Neko Health’s construction program across US markets.
What you'll do
- Manage project costs from feasibility estimates through closeout, including cost plans, bids, payments, change orders, and cost reporting.
- Lead preconstruction and vendor procurement, assess site and commercial risks, and provide cost advice and value-engineering options to design and project teams.
- Build cost benchmarks and standardized commercial processes, and manage construction contracts and contractor claims.
What they ask for
- 10+ years of experience as a Cost Manager, Senior Estimator, or Preconstruction Manager.
- Understanding of interior fit-out construction, US cost methodologies and estimate classes, and standard US construction contracts.
- Experience managing projects across multiple US jurisdictions, including regional labor markets, prevailing wage considerations, and permitting variations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Nice to have
- Experience in healthcare, retail, or a related fit-out industry.
- AACE (CCP/CEP), ASPE (CPE), or equivalent certification.
Pay
$236,250 – $288,750 (base salary)
Tools
CSI MasterFormat, UniFormat, AACE Class 1–5, AIA A101/A201, ConsensusDocs
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