Cost Control Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Corporacion Acciona Eolica SL is seeking a Cost Control Engineer for the SR400 Express Lanes Project in Sandy Springs, Georgia. This position requires tracking costs, supporting financial forecasts, and ensuring accurate reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least 4 years of experience in cost construction or project engineering, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary and benefits, including relocation assistance, are offered.

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.
• Identify discrepancies & perform subcontract reconciliation for production scope.
• Facilitate weekly meetings with the construction team to ensure proper coding.
• Process requisitions and change order requests.
• Support forecast reviews/updates as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

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

Job description

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 will be responsible for monitoring project costs, supporting financial forecasting, and ensuring accurate reporting of cost performance across one of the SR400 segments. This role plays a key part in integrating cost control systems, analyzing financial data, and supporting project teams in maintaining budgetary discipline throughout the project lifecycle.

Job Description

• 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.