Cost Analyst – Construction Cost Planning & E

ADP, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Cost Analyst to support construction and facility projects. The role emphasizes cost estimation, budgeting, and financial closeout within a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate should have experience in cost-control, reviewing drawings and bids, and performing detailed takeoffs. This on-site position requires an associate degree or higher and offers a challenging, hands-on role with growth potential.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have strong construction estimating and cost-control experience and be comfortable reviewing engineering drawings, contractor proposals, project budgets, payment applications, and field progress.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed design-phase cost estimates and establish project baseline budgets and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS).
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs (QTO) using architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and BIM models.
• Lead Value Engineering (VE) reviews to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining design intent and structural integrity.
• Track project expenditures, committed costs, and work-in-place.
• Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) to evaluate project performance, including Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Variance at Completion (VAC).
• Develop and maintain monthly cash-flow forecasts and draw schedules.
• Review, audit, negotiate, and validate subcontractor change orders against contract allowances and market pricing.
• Assist procurement with development of scope packages and evaluation of contractor bids.
• Perform financial risk assessments of major vendors and subcontractors.
• Review contractor G702/G703 payment applications and lien waivers against verified field progress.
• Support project closeout through final financial reconciliations, contingency settlement, and subcontractor account audits.

Skills

Cost estimating

Quantity takeoffs

Budgeting

Cost control

Earned Value Management

Change orders

Procurement support

Project financial closeout

Education

Associate/Technical Degree or higher

Tools

BIM models

Job description

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Cost Analyst – Construction Cost Planning & E

Full-time Regular San Antonio, TX, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Location: San Antonio, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week
Travel: Approximately 5%
Overtime: Approximately 10%
Education: Associate/Technical Degree or higher

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cost Analyst to support construction and facility-related projects in a manufacturing environment. This position will focus on cost estimating, quantity takeoffs, project budgeting, cost control, earned value, change orders, procurement support, and project financial closeout.

The ideal candidate will have strong construction estimating and cost-control experience and be comfortable reviewing engineering drawings, contractor proposals, project budgets, payment applications, and field progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed design-phase cost estimates and establish project baseline budgets and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS).
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs (QTO) using architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and BIM models.
• Lead Value Engineering (VE) reviews to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining design intent and structural integrity.
• Track project expenditures, committed costs, and work-in-place.
• Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) to evaluate project performance, including Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Variance at Completion (VAC).
• Develop and maintain monthly cash-flow forecasts and draw schedules.
• Review, audit, negotiate, and validate subcontractor change orders against contract allowances and market pricing.
• Assist procurement with development of scope packages and evaluation of contractor bids.
• Perform financial risk assessments of major vendors and subcontractors.
• Review contractor G702/G703 payment applications and lien waivers against verified field progress.
• Support project closeout through final financial reconciliations, contingency settlement, and subcontractor account audits.

Ideal Background

Candidates should have experience in several of the following areas:

• Construction estimating and cost analysis
• Quantity takeoffs
• Cost controls
• Earned Value Management
• EAC/VAC forecasting
• Change-order review and negotiation
• Contractor/subcontractor bid analysis
• G702/G703 pay applications
• Construction drawings and specifications
• Procurement and vendor cost analysis

The position is basedSan Antonio, with approximately 5% travel