Project Cost Engineer

Location: Remote Worker - Georgia, Building Envelope - Corp Nashville, TN, Remote Worker - Alabama, Remote Worker - Florida, Remote Worker - Kentucky, Remote Worker - Louisiana, Remote Worker - Mississippi, Remote Worker - South Carolina, Remote Worker - Tennessee

About The Role

The Project Cost Engineer is responsible for the cost and estimating functions, including budget control and change management for the project. The PCE is focused on project cash flow and cost analysis to ensure accurate and timely project funding and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Create a Cost-Controlling Report and reporting system for approval
• Prepare reports based on design and/or construction cost estimates and provide updates at regular intervals
• Monitor and control the application of funds available for the project cash flow, cost analysis, variation orders, payments and other major financial factors, principally by comparing funds available, funds expended, funds approved but not yet expended and funds required for approval in the future
• Recommend changes to the construction contract whenever a change appears to be necessary
• Prepare cost estimates, review applicable drawings and specifications (whether prepared by a third-party consultant or contractor), and estimate additional performance time that may be required
• In the event a variation is approved, review the proposal received, conduct negotiations with the concerned party and make a recommendation on cost and time
• Verify that the Consultant provides advice together with recommendations in a timely manner, after due consultation with the Project Team in relation to claims submitted by the Contractor under the Construction Contract
• Manage the budget and reporting process
• Manage, control and report on the Original budget with the changes and potential changes
• Prepare, monitor and control planned vs. actual expenditures and create relevant visual reports and dashboards
• Manage control and report on Original committed Costs with changes and potential changes
• Manage control and report on Payment Certifications from contractors and suppliers
• Update Cost-to-Complete and Cash-Flow of each Package and entire Project
• Coordinate closely with Accounting and Finance to ensure efficient cash flow related to the project
• Provide additional support to the project and business involving cost and manufacturing accounting as needed
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas
• Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or other business-related field
• 5-7 years of experience in a sophisticated corporate environment
• Job costing or construction accounting experience is required
• Manufacturing industry experience is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working with Procore or other project management software
• Occasional, but regular overnight travel to the project site for meetings and presentations
• Familiarity with contract administration and contract management related to engineering and construction projects (AIA, etc.)
• Excellent organization, problem solving and communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to excel in a deadline-oriented environment and organize and prioritize multiple work assignments
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
• Ability to work independently within interpretive guidelines
• Ability to take initiative, and perform effectively in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent responsive customer service focus and be a great team player
• High level of skill in handling sensitive and confidential situations/information with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Adherence to all safety protocols and proper use of approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including respirators where required (employees must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face to pass fit tests)

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Retirement Savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
• Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care
• Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program