Construction Cost Accounting Clerk

Frontier-Kemper Constructors, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier-Kemper Constructors, Inc. seeks a Cost Accounting Clerk to support the Manhattan Tunnel Project in New York, NY. The role involves handling Time and Material tickets, invoicing support, and close collaboration with field, project, and accounting teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of accounting or administration experience in construction, strong T/M knowledge, and proficiency in MS Office; CMiC/Viewpoint/JD Edwards experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 2–4 years of administrative or accounting support experience, preferably in construction.
• Strong knowledge of Time and Material (T/M) processes and job cost tracking.
• Familiarity with accounts payable and payroll functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CMiC/Viewpoint/JD Edwards experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect and manage Time and Material (T/M) tickets from field personnel.
• Assist field teams in identifying work requiring T/M documentation.
• Verify accuracy of T/M tickets and ensure proper signing, scanning, distribution, and filing.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, and accounting staff to ensure timely T/M processing.
• Assist with invoice tracking, coding, and processing.
• Match vendor invoices with T/M documentation and purchase orders for approval.
• Maintain organized digital and hard-copy filing systems for T/M tickets, AP records, and other project documents.
• Support general office administration and paper management tasks.
• Aid in gathering, organizing, and submitting environmental compliance data as required by the project or client.

Skills

T/M processes

Job cost tracking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

CMiC

Viewpoint

JD Edwards

Job description

Job Summary

Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Cost Accounting Clerk to join our Manhattan Tunnel Project in New York, New York.

Salary

Expected salary range for this position is $55,000 – $66,000 depending upon experience.

Location and Employment

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Project Overview

Frontier-Kemper is part of the Tutor Perini joint venture that holds the Manhattan Tunnel Project, part of the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). The $1.18 billion design-build contract from the Gateway Development Commission aims to enhance rail resiliency by adding two new tracks between New York and New Jersey and rehabilitating the North River Tunnel. The project includes designing and constructing twin 30-foot diameter, 700-foot-long tunnels under the Hudson River, connecting to existing tunnels beneath Hudson Yards, and an access shaft at 12th Avenue, later serving as a ventilation facility.

Responsibilities

• Collect and manage Time and Material (T/M) tickets from field personnel.
• Assist field teams in identifying work requiring T/M documentation.
• Verify accuracy of T/M tickets and ensure they are properly signed, scanned, distributed, and filed.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, and accounting staff to ensure timely T/M processing.
• Assist with invoice tracking, coding, and processing.
• Match vendor invoices with T/M documentation and purchase orders for approval.
• Maintain organized digital and hard-copy filing systems for T/M tickets, AP records, and other project documents.
• Support general office administration and paper management tasks.
• Aid in gathering, organizing, and submitting environmental compliance data as required by the project or client.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Accounting, Business, or Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of administrative or accounting support experience, preferably in construction or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Time and Material (T/M) processes and job cost tracking.
• Familiarity with accounts payable and payroll functions.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with construction accounting software (e.g., CMiC, Viewpoint, JD Edwards, or similar) a plus.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with field, accounting, and project teams.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Company Culture and Values

Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer