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Assistant Cost Project Manager

Foster CM Group, Inc.

Job Location:

Dallas, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 8 September 2026 (6 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 6 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Foster CM Group
At Foster CM Group we believe in building more than just projectswe build careers. As a leading program and construction management firm we invite you to explore exciting opportunities to grow with us. Visit our website to learn more about who we are and the impactful projects weve delivered across the country.

Founded in 1992 Foster CM Group Inc. has over 30 years of experience providing top-tier program and construction management services. We proudly serve clients in Aviation Education (K12 and Higher Ed) Government (City State and Federal) Healthcare Sports & Entertainment Transportation and Water/Wastewater sectors.

We are seeking an ASSISTANT COST PROJECT MANAGER for a full-time position located in Dallas Texas.

About the Role
This position plays a key role in supporting project delivery with a strong emphasis on cost control financial tracking and budget management. The ACPM will collaborate closely with Project Managers field staff subcontractors and clients to ensure projects are executed efficiently profitably and in accordance with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Management & Financial Oversight
- Assist with developing monitoring and maintaining project budgets and forecasts.
- Track and analyze project costs prepare monthly cost reports and identify potential budget risks or savings.
- Support the management of change orders by reviewing estimates negotiating subcontractor pricing and validating cost impacts.
- Review and process subcontractor invoices to ensure accuracy compliance and alignment with budget.
- Provide financial updates to project leadership and clients ensuring transparency and accountability.
Project Planning & Coordination
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project schedules procurement logs and submittals.
- Coordinate subcontractor and vendor activities to align with project goals budgets and timelines.
- Maintain comprehensive project records including RFIs meeting minutes and progress reports.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Participate in project meetings and provide cost-related reporting and insights.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients subcontractors and internal teams to support successful project delivery.
Project Closeout
- Assist with final project cost reconciliation and financial reporting.
- Support closeout documentation punch list activities and warranty management.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Finance or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
2 years of experience in construction project coordination estimating or cost management.
Strong knowledge of construction contracts schedules and cost-control methodologies.
Proficiency in construction management software (e.g. Procore CMiC Viewpoint) and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving machinery & mechanical parts uneven ground exposure to dust gas or fumes exposure to loud noise and outside weather conditions.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Intermittent unassisted sitting walking standing bending squatting climbing kneeling twisting stooping crawling pushing and lifting is required. Must be able to walk and/or stand for prolonged periods of time for at least eight hours per day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 50 pounds without assistance. Must be alert to equipment in the field occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery ability to walk on uneven ground while physically maneuvering construction sites ability to work in extreme temperatures or humidity and potentially work at heights.

Other Requirements:

Possession of a valid state of residence drivers license with a clean driving record.
Daily travel to and from construction sites generally within 100 miles from the home office is expected. Short term out of town assignments may be required. Long term out of town assignments may be required with advance notice of planned dates.
May be required to work protracted and irregular hours to meet clients needs including nights overtime and weekends.
All positions at Foster CM Group require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo a background check. Background checks may include SSN/SIN validation education verification employment verification criminal background check fingerprint verification and/or drug test. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of required background checks.

Foster CM Group Benefits (benefit package which includes both employer and employee paid plans):

Medical Insurance to include HSA and FSA benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Prescription Drug
Telehealth Benefits
Life Insurance
STD paid by the Company
LTD paid by the Company
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401 (K) with Company Match
Vacation
Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Financial Wellness
Pet Insurance

Foster CM Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that Foster CM Group does not discriminate on the basis of race religion sex (gender) age disability national origin genetic information or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs.

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