Cost Control Engineer

Acciona Australia; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Acciona Australia is seeking a Cost Control Engineer for the SR400 Express Lanes Project in Sandy Springs, Georgia. The role involves tracking cost accruals, reconciling subcontract discrepancies, and preparing weekly productivity reports. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in construction cost control and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Acciona offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits including 401(k), medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel (advanced)

Education

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

Job description

Project Overview

SR400 Express Lanes Project is a $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.

Job Title

Cost Control Engineer

Job Description

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.

Benefits

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.