In the role of Cost Manager, Cumming Group worked with Pacific Investment Management Co. (PIMCO)—the world’s largest bond investor—on the fit-out of its new 380,000-sq.-ft., 20-story office tower. Cumming Group’s responsibilities included conducting a peer review of the contractor’s budget, developing a detailed cost estimate, performing an analysis of contractor bids and assisting in contract negotiations, and validating change orders throughout construction. Developed by Irvine Company, the tower opened in 2014 and is one of the most prominent office facilities in Orange County.