Cost Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and track project costs, commitments, and expenditures.
• Develop and maintain project cost reports and forecasts.
• Work closely with project managers and superintendents to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Review subcontracts, purchase orders, change orders, and invoices to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Assist in owner required project specific tracking (IRA, BABA, AIS).
• Support preparation of budgets, estimates, and cost proposals.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted costs and provide actionable recommendations.
• Ensure financial data integrity and compliance with company policies.
• Participate in project meetings and provide financial updates to stakeholders.
• Aid in the preparation of accurate and timely cost, income, and cash flow projections.
• Respond to issues quickly; proactive in problem-solving; handles multiple tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in cost engineering, project controls, or construction accounting.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and financial principles.
• Proficient in cost management software (e.g., Primavera, Autodesk Cloud, Viewpoint, Procore, or similar) and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heavy civil, industrial, or infrastructure construction.
• Familiarity with earned value management (EVM) principles.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, and a 401K plan.
• EEO/AA federal and state contractor.