Cost Analyst, Contingent Worker (1510083)

WillHire, Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

Magnit Direct Source is hiring a Cost Analyst for a 12-month assignment in San Antonio, Texas. The position focuses on cost planning, estimating, and financial management for construction projects, with responsibilities spanning budget development, VE analyses, and contract review.

The role includes coordination with procurement and finance teams, and requires an Associate degree. This is a full-time contract position offering benefits and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.

Responsibilities

• Cost planning and estimating activities including developing budgets and CBS.
• Takeoffs from drawings and BIM models for cost calculation.
• Lead value engineering analyses during design phases.

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Magnit Direct Sourcing on behalf of Toyota is currently hiring a Cost Analyst for a temporary assignment in San Antonio, Texas.

This is a 12-month contract. The pay range for this role is between $35.00- $40.00/Hr.

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K.

Description

Cost Planning & Estimating

• Budget Development: Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed design-phase cost estimates, establishing accurate baseline budgets and cost breakdown structures (CBS).
• Quantity Takeoffs: Perform comprehensive material takeoffs (QTO) using architectural and engineering drawings, technical specifications, and BIM models.
• Value Engineering (VE): Lead VE analyses during design phases to identify cost-saving alternatives without compromising structural integrity or design intent.

Financial Management & Cost Control

• Budget Tracking & Earned Value: Monitor ongoing expenditures, committed costs, and work-in-place using Earned Value Management (EVM) to calculate Variance at Completion (VAC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC).
• Cash Flow Forecasting: Develop and update monthly cash flow projections and draw schedules to manage project liquidity and owner billing cycles.
• Change Order Management: Audit, negotiate, and validate subcontractor change order requests, evaluating pricing against market rates and contract allowances.

Procurement & Vendor Auditing

• Contract Review: Assist procurement teams in drafting scope packages, evaluating trade contractor bids, and performing financial risk assessments on major vendors.
• Pay Application Verification: Review monthly payment applications (G702/G703) and lien waivers against verified field progress before authorizing disbursements.
• Project Closeout: Perform final financial reconciliations, settle contingency funds, and audit final subcontractor accounts.

Qualifications

• Associate degree.

Magnit Direct Source does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Magnit Direct Source support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.)now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Magnit Direct Source to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Magnit is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation