Construction Cost Manager

Onsite Construction Cost/Contracts Manager for the Lilly Project

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Job Description

As a Construction Cost Manager, you will lead negotiations with general contractors, architecture and engineering firms, subcontractors, and suppliers. You will ensure a thorough review and approval of all technical, financial, and legal components of contracts, coordinating the delivery, installation, and integration of capital equipment. Your role will include monitoring vendor performance, ensuring alignment with EPCM, and regulatory compliance.

Why This Project Is a Career-Changer

This opportunity places you at the forefront of one of the most significant infrastructure projects in the country. It’s more than just a job—it’s a chance to contribute to a transformative initiative that blends innovation, scale, and long-term impact.

• Landmark Experience:

• Be part of a $4.5 billion facility that combines research and manufacturing—a first-of-its-kind site in the U.S. Adding this project to your resume brings prestige and positions you as a contributor to a nationally recognized development.

• Cutting-Edge Technology Exposure:

• Work with advanced infrastructure and systems designed for biologics, nucleic acid therapies, and small molecule production. This is a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience with next-generation technologies.

• Impactful Infrastructure Development:

• Play a key role in building the anchor site for Indiana’s LEAP Innovation District—a 9,000-acre hub designed to attract future high-tech companies and drive regional economic growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations with general contractors, A&E firms, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Review and approve all technical, financial, and legal contract components thoroughly.

• Coordinate delivery, installation, and integration of capital equipment.

• Monitor vendor performance, EPCM alignment, and regulatory compliance.

• Draft, negotiate, and manage contracts to optimize cost and minimize risk.

• Facilitate contract execution and change management as a liaison between internal teams.

• Oversee contract compliance, variation tracking, and claims resolution.

• Monitor progress payments, performance milestones, and warranties.

• Ensure project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking are sound throughout the project lifecycle.

• Maintain compliance with corporate policies, safety, and environmental standards.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in cost management/contract management for large-scale construction projects.

• In-depth knowledge of EPCM contract structures.

• Proficiency with tools like SAP and Ariba.

• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication skills.

• Deep understanding of regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance in construction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Construction experience.

• Cost analysis expertise.

• Contract management skills.

Work Environment

You will work onsite in a professionally set up construction trailer, with a standard 40-hour work week. A laptop will be provided. You will be part of a team consisting of 5-10 people, collaborating on a landmark project that combines research and manufacturing at the first-of-its-kind site in the U.S. The project offers exposure to advanced technologies and infrastructure development, contributing to Indiana’s LEAP Innovation District.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lebanon,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2025.

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