Cost Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed cost control systems for labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production rates across multiple active site development projects.
• Develop and update monthly cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance reports; identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate scope changes, quantify cost impacts, and support preparation of change orders and claims documentation.
• Monitor daily and weekly production metrics; calculate earned value and performance indices for earthwork, utilities, grading, and other civil scopes.
• Collaborate with estimating teams to validate quantities, unit rates, and assumptions for new pursuits and project expansions.
• Work directly with superintendents and project engineers to reconcile field quantities, equipment usage, and production logs.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports, KPIs, and dashboards for leadership review.
• Identify cost risks and opportunities related to schedule, productivity, procurement, and subcontractor performance.
• Maintain accurate cost coding, cost breakdown structures, and project financial data within company systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–7 years of cost engineering, project controls, or financial analysis experience in heavy civil, infrastructure, EPC, or large-scale construction.
• Strong understanding of earthwork, utilities, grading, and site development cost drivers.
• Proficiency with cost control software, production tracking tools, and Excel-based modeling.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, schedules, and quantity takeoffs.
• Experience with earned value, forecasting, and cost reporting methodologies.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with field teams.
• High attention to detail and a proactive, analytical mindset.

Why Join Us

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a competitive salary along with health insurance, retirement plans, and performance bonuses.
• Career Advancement: We are committed to the growth and development of our employees, offering training programs and opportunities for career progression.
• Challenging and Rewarding Work: Lead diverse and impactful projects that challenge your skills and expertise.
• State-of-the-Art Equipment: Work with the latest machinery and technology in the construction industry.
• Strong Safety Culture: We prioritize the safety and well-being of our employees with regular training and strict safety protocols.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 6% Fully Vested Day ONE!
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays