Cost Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project budgets, cost estimates, and cash flow forecasts
• Track expenditures against approved budgets and schedules, identifying variances, trends, and potential risks
• Prepare routine cost reports and dashboards for project leadership and NYCDEP review
• Review contractor invoices, payment applications, and change requests for accuracy and compliance
• Support change order evaluations, cost impact analyses, and claim reviews
• Align cost data with project schedules to support progress measurement and forecasting
• Assist with cost risk identification and mitigation strategies
• Maintain accurate, auditable cost records in accordance with NYCDEP and internal procedures
• Coordinate closely with project managers, schedulers, engineers, and field staff to ensure cost data reflects current conditions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of cost engineering or project controls experience on NYCDEP capital projects (required)
• Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale water, wastewater, or reservoir infrastructure programs
• Strong understanding of construction cost estimating, cost control methodologies, and public-sector reporting
• Proficiency with cost management tools (e.g., EcoSys, Primavera Cost, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Familiarity with NYCDEP procurement, payment, and change management processes
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary project team

Pay

The anticipated compensation range for this position is between $40-$60/hr. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match
• Health, dental, life and vision insurance
• Flexible paid time off
• FSA/Transit benefits
• Bonus incentives
• Professional growth
• Potential profit-sharing opportunities

About Techno

Around for 25 years, Techno Consult Engineering, PC (Techno) is a rapidly growing engineering and construction management firm shaping the future of infrastructure across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. We deliver impactful water/wastewater, transportation, and public works projects for clients including NYCDDC, NYCDEP, and the Port Authority of NY & NJ. With offices in New York City, Princeton, Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, we combine technical expertise, a commitment to quality, and strong client partnerships to deliver innovative solutions and build resilient communities.