Cost Control Engineer

Acciona Na; Georgia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision, life benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Acciona Na is looking for a Cost Control Engineer based in Georgia for the SR400 Express Lanes Project, a multi-billion dollar initiative. The role involves tracking costs, forecasting, and facilitating project meetings to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least four years of experience in cost control or project engineering. The position offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, supporting sustainability and innovation in infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cost construction or project engineering.
• Knowledge of construction cost control practices and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Track status of cost accruals and pay applications coordinating reviews.
• Identify discrepancies & perform subcontract reconciliation.
• Facilitate Weekly Meetings with the Construction team.
• Provide cost forecasts and manage requisitions and change orders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

The SR400 Express Lanes Project is a transformative $4.6 billion infrastructure initiative led by SR400 Constructors, a 50/50 joint venture between Flatiron Dragados and ACCIONA. Commissioned by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Georgia State Road Tollway Authority (SRTA), the project will add two 16-mile express lanes from Sandy Springs MARTA Station (Exit 5) to McFarland (Exit 12), enhancing mobility along one of Georgia’s busiest corridors. With a peak workforce of over 500, the project also includes dedicated bus rapid transit stations and key bridge refurbishments. Construction is set to begin in late 2025, with substantial completion anticipated in 2031.

The Cost Control Engineer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

• Tracking status of cost accruals and pay applications coordinating reviews with Segment Engineers.
• Identify discrepancies & perform subcontract reconciliation for production scope.
• Weekly Time Review/Reporting with MHRs. Facilitate Weekly Meetings with the Construction team to ensure proper coding.
• Monthly equipment Reviews.
• Weekly Labor Productivity Reports and reviews with Segment Engineers.
• Review/Process Requisitions and Change Order Requests providing Forecast figures and cost codes.
• Cost Transfers requests and follow up with Finance to ensure cost coding accuracy.
• Support Forecast Reviews/Updates as needed assisting with preparation of forecast templates & supporting documentation.
• Perform analysis as needed under the Cost Control Manager supervision (contracts commitments, labor productivities, main overruns incurred..)
• Determine gaps for construction team to review.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cost construction or project engineering.
• Knowledge of construction cost control practices and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Advanced level of Microsoft Excel.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.