Cost Segregation Manager

Job Description:

Our Forensic & Valuation Services team is seeking a Cost Segregation Manager to join our growing practice. The Manager can be based out of any of our U.S. office locations (New York, NY; Buffalo, NY; Rochester, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Boston, MA; Braintree, MA; Burlington, MA; Princeton, NJ; Whippany, NJ; East Brunswick NJ; Red Bank, NJ; Providence, RI; Columbia, MD; Tysons Corner, VA; Nashville, TN; Boca Raton, FL; Orlando, FL; San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Orange County, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Ramon, CA; Portland; Seattle, WA). The in-office expectation is a hybrid schedule (3 days in office expectation per week). 

As a Cost Segregation Manager, you will serve as a leader within the Cost Segregation practice, working closely with firm leadership to drive client success, develop team members, and grow the practice. You will oversee a portfolio of engagements, act as a trusted advisor to clients, and contribute to strategic initiatives while partnering with other service lines to deliver comprehensive real estate solutions.

Our Cost Segregation professionals help clients maximize tax savings opportunities through engineering-based analyses of commercial, residential, manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare, and other real estate assets. This role offers significant client exposure, opportunities for professional growth, and the ability to contribute to one of the firm's expanding specialty practices.

Withum's brand is a reflection of our people, our culture, and our strength. We have become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive: to be in a position of strength. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.

How you'll spend your time:

• Leading and managing a diverse portfolio of cost segregation engagements for commercial, residential, and specialty real estate assets

• Serving as the primary client contact and trusted advisor throughout the engagement lifecycle

• Reviewing and approving technical analyses, engineering reports, and final deliverables to ensure compliance with IRS standards and firm quality requirements

• Overseeing site inspections, cost analyses, and asset classifications performed by engagement teams

• Driving practice growth through business development activities, including cultivating referral sources, identifying opportunities within existing client relationships, participating in networking and industry events, assisting with proposal development, and collaborating with firm leadership to expand the Cost Segregation practice

• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to supervisors, senior associates, and associates

• Managing client relationships and identifying opportunities for additional advisory, tax, valuation, and real estate services

• Collaborating with partners and leadership on business development, proposal development, and practice growth initiatives

• Participating in client presentations, networking events, webinars, and thought leadership activities

• Managing engagement economics, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation

• Monitoring industry trends, tax law developments, and IRS guidance impacting cost segregation services

• Supporting recruiting, training, and career development initiatives within the practice

The kind of people we want to talk to have many of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Architecture, or a related field

• 8+ years of experience in cost segregation, construction consulting, engineering, real estate valuation, or a related discipline

• CPA, EA, CCSP, or other relevant professional certification is a plus.

• Significant experience leading cost segregation engagements and advising clients on depreciation strategies

• Advanced knowledge of IRS cost segregation guidance, depreciation regulations, court cases, and revenue rulings

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, engineering concepts, and property cost analysis

• Demonstrated success managing client relationships, engagement teams, and multiple projects simultaneously

• Experience supporting business development efforts and generating new client opportunities

• Knowledge of real estate valuation and appraisal methodologies

• Advanced proficiency with RS Means, Marshall & Swift, Planswift, or comparable estimating software

• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and data analysis tools

• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the year

The compensation for this position ranges from $130,000-$170,000. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

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WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.