Remote Project Cost Manager Jobs
Remote project cost manager jobs are open across the U.S. in construction, engineering, infrastructure, and defense, at remote-first firms and distributed project teams that manage complex budgets without a centralized office. Employers hiring remotely right now include SOLV Energy, Horrocks, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Description
Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.
Have you spent years managing schedules, resolving field issues, negotiating change orders, and delivering complex heavy civil projects? If you're ready to apply that experience in a more flexible, strategic role - without the constant pressure of life on a job site - we would like to talk.
We're seeking a Structures Cost Estimator / Constructability Specialist who understands how projects are built and can translate that knowledge into reliable estimates, identify risk, constructability evaluations, and help project teams make better decisions before construction begins.
This role is ideal for experienced construction professionals who want to remain engaged in major infrastructure projects while shifting focus to strategy, planning, and problem-solving rather than daily field emergencies.
Position is remote and part-time work eligible, but the candidate must live in the Wasatch Front or Northern Utah area.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop conceptual, historical, and production-based estimates for Structural Heavy Highway and Heavy Civil infrastructure projects
- Coordinate with industry contacts to maintain knowledge of current pricing and bidding conditions to aid in the development of project budgets
- Provides structural estimates, cost control strategies, cost forecasting, constructability reviews, and risk analysis for construction projects
- Maintains files of project estimates and supporting backup documentation for reference during project execution
- Work individually and with project teams to assist clients with estimating services (both pre and post letting) during plan and specification development and change order negotiations
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- BS in Engineering, Construction, or related field plus 7 years’ experience OR more than 15 years’ experience in structural heavy civil estimating, construction management, field engineering, and/or estimating
- Working knowledge in use of HCSS HeavyBid and/or other estimating software applications
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment with project teams and owner’s representatives
- Knowledge of state and local construction specifications and software systems
Benefits
At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
- Professional development opportunities including in-house training
- Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status
EEO — All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
We provide fair and equal treatment to all candidates, including reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please email us at Recruiting@horrock.com and include your name, the job title, and the location of the position you are applying for. Our team will respond as promptly as possible.
About Horrocks
Founded over 55 years ago, Horrocks has a long-standing history of delivering exceptional infrastructure solutions. At the heart of our company is a commitment to providing essential resources for communities and improving quality of life through innovative and forward-thinking engineering practices. Our teams of dedicated professionals deliver high-quality results on every project and are driven by a culture of service. With our slogan "What we do matters," we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world through our work. Our approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of a project to ensure it meets the needs of the present while preparing for the future. We invest in our people and culture, recognizing that our success is dependent on the talents and dedication of our team. At our firm, we don't just build infrastructure — we build better communities.
Our hiring process
Stage 1: Applied
Stage 2: Initial Screening
Stage 3: 1st Interview
Stage 4: Offer
Stage 5: Hired
Description
Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.
Have you spent years managing schedules, resolving field issues, negotiating change orders, and delivering complex heavy civil projects? If you're ready to apply that experience in a more flexible, strategic role - without the constant pressure of life on a job site - we would like to talk.
We're seeking a Structures Cost Estimator / Constructability Specialist who understands how projects are built and can translate that knowledge into reliable estimates, identify risk, constructability evaluations, and help project teams make better decisions before construction begins.
This role is ideal for experienced construction professionals who want to remain engaged in major infrastructure projects while shifting focus to strategy, planning, and problem-solving rather than daily field emergencies.
Position is remote and part-time work eligible, but the candidate must live in the Wasatch Front or Northern Utah area.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop conceptual, historical, and production-based estimates for Structural Heavy Highway and Heavy Civil infrastructure projects
- Coordinate with industry contacts to maintain knowledge of current pricing and bidding conditions to aid in the development of project budgets
- Provides structural estimates, cost control strategies, cost forecasting, constructability reviews, and risk analysis for construction projects
- Maintains files of project estimates and supporting backup documentation for reference during project execution
- Work individually and with project teams to assist clients with estimating services (both pre and post letting) during plan and specification development and change order negotiations
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- BS in Engineering, Construction, or related field plus 7 years’ experience OR more than 15 years’ experience in structural heavy civil estimating, construction management, field engineering, and/or estimating
- Working knowledge in use of HCSS HeavyBid and/or other estimating software applications
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment with project teams and owner’s representatives
- Knowledge of state and local construction specifications and software systems
Benefits
At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
- Professional development opportunities including in-house training
- Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status
EEO — All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
We provide fair and equal treatment to all candidates, including reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please email us at Recruiting@horrock.com and include your name, the job title, and the location of the position you are applying for. Our team will respond as promptly as possible.
About Horrocks
Founded over 55 years ago, Horrocks has a long-standing history of delivering exceptional infrastructure solutions. At the heart of our company is a commitment to providing essential resources for communities and improving quality of life through innovative and forward-thinking engineering practices. Our teams of dedicated professionals deliver high-quality results on every project and are driven by a culture of service. With our slogan "What we do matters," we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world through our work. Our approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of a project to ensure it meets the needs of the present while preparing for the future. We invest in our people and culture, recognizing that our success is dependent on the talents and dedication of our team. At our firm, we don't just build infrastructure — we build better communities.
Our hiring process
Stage 1: Applied
Stage 2: Initial Screening
Stage 3: 1st Interview
Stage 4: Offer
Stage 5: Hired
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Who's Hiring
- SOLV Energy7
- Horrocks5
- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited5
- Oshkosh Defense3
- Switch2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services9
- Construction & Real Estate8
- Technology & Software6
- Government & Public Sector5
- Accounting & Auditing2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote project cost manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, accounting, or a related field
- Proficiency in cost control software such as Primavera P6, SAP, or Oracle
- Experience with earned value management and cost performance reporting
- Familiarity with change order management and contract cost compliance
- PMI or AACE certification such as CCP, CEP, or PMP preferred
- Strong skills in cost forecasting, budget variance analysis, and financial reporting
Tips for Your Remote Project Cost Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote project cost manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings. Remote roles in this field fill fast, so applying early matters.
Show async cost reporting in your resume
Remote employers want to see that you can communicate budget status without a meeting. Call out written deliverables you've owned: weekly cost reports, variance memos, or earned value dashboards you produced and distributed to distributed stakeholders without in-person walkthroughs.
Highlight your remote cost management tools
Specify the platforms you use to control costs remotely: Procore, Primavera P6, Oracle Unifier, or similar. Remote hiring managers scan for these directly, because they signal you can plug into a distributed project team's existing tech stack from day one.
Prepare for remote-first interview formats
Remote employers often test judgment through written scenarios or asynchronous case exercises before a live call. Practice explaining a budget variance or a cost-to-complete forecast in clear, concise written form, since that mirrors exactly how you'll communicate on the job.
Target firms with distributed project portfolios
Engineering and construction firms that run projects across multiple states or countries are the most consistent remote hirers for this role. When researching employers, look for distributed project footprints as a signal that remote cost oversight is built into how they already operate.
Remote Project Cost Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote project cost manager job?
Remote project cost managers get hired by demonstrating they can own cost control independently, without daily in-person oversight. Remote employers screen for proficiency in cost management software, strong written reporting skills, and the ability to flag budget variances proactively across distributed teams. Candidates who can show a portfolio of cost reports, earned value analyses, or change order logs they produced autonomously have a clear edge over those relying on in-office collaboration to do the work.
Which companies hire remote project cost managers?
Companies hiring remote project cost managers right now include SOLV Energy, Horrocks, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote openings for this role are most common at engineering and construction firms, government contractors, and infrastructure companies that manage geographically distributed projects and need cost oversight that isn't tied to a single office location.
Can you get a remote project cost manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one, without in-office mentorship to fill gaps. Engineering staffing firms and government contractors occasionally post junior remote cost roles. What opens the door is demonstrable work: cost tracking spreadsheets, construction estimating coursework, or freelance project support that shows you can produce cost reports and manage budget data without supervision.
Do you need a degree for remote project cost manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers in construction and engineering still prefer a degree in construction management, engineering, or finance, but they weigh demonstrated competency heavily alongside it. Relevant certifications like the Certified Cost Professional credential, hands-on experience producing cost baselines and forecasts, and a portfolio of real cost control work can offset the absence of a formal degree for candidates with strong results to show.
Which industries hire the most remote project cost managers?
Remote project cost manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Those sectors hire project cost managers remotely because their projects are geographically distributed, and budget oversight doesn't require physical presence at a job site when teams communicate through digital reporting and cloud-based cost management platforms.
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