Construction Cost Engineer: Drive Budgets & Forecasts

Okland Construction; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award winning culture

Weekly paychecks and 401(k)

Medical, Dental, Vision; Life &Dis

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Pro sports tickets & fitness benefits

Travel vouchers

Work anniversary sabbaticals

Job summary

Okland Construction in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Cost Engineer to drive the financial success of complex projects. You will partner with project teams to monitor costs, forecast outcomes, and guide budgeting and cost controls from start to finish.

In this role you’ll apply analytical thinking to real-world construction challenges, influence decision‑making, and provide timely financial reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in the construction industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of job cost reporting and project-level financial tracking.
• Ability to analyze actual costs and projections to support accurate cost forecasting.
• Solid understanding of construction finance and project-level financial reporting.
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Experience independently forecasting project costs and identifying financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Familiarity with construction processes, project methodologies, and production pre‑planning.
• Experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, or other accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project expenses and revenue, performing detailed cost analysis and forecasting financial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and monthly forecasts using company‑approved cost control tools.
• Document, track, and report project costs in accordance with established company processes.
• Prepare daily and weekly production and document control reports.
• Create, analyze, and submit comprehensive monthly financial reports to project leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure financial documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner.
• Support project closeout activities by reviewing and verifying final revenue prior to billing submission.
• Perform accounting system reconciliations between the Company and Owner to confirm financial accuracy.
• Assist with internal and external financial audits for assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and financial controls.
• Demonstrate alignment with the company’s values, strategic objectives, and business practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Cost control

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Project cost tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/Finance/Accounting

Tools

Cost control tools

Job description

Okland Construction in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Cost Engineer to drive the financial success of complex projects. You will partner with project teams to monitor costs, forecast outcomes, and guide budgeting and cost controls from start to finish.

In this role you’ll apply analytical thinking to real-world construction challenges, influence decision‑making, and provide timely financial reporting to leadership.