Cost Engineer

J.F. White Contracting; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

J.F. White Contracting in Framingham, MA is seeking a Cost Engineer responsible for financial tracking, analysis and reporting of project costs, revenue and profit.

The role includes monthly cost closing, progress tracking for billing, and forecast preparation. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field, 2-3 years in highway/bridge/public construction, self-perform experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Financial background or education.
• 2-3 years of experience in highway, bridge, rail, and public construction.
• Experience with self-perform work.
• Capable of tracking multiple projects.
• Aptitude for data analysis and computation.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Must work well in a collaborative environment.
• Must have strong time management skills.
• Experience with tracking software like HeavyJob is a plus.
• Certification such as CCP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Report project level monthly closing of job cost and analysis of variations.
• Collect and track progress of work through quantities for billing and reviews.
• Prepare four-month forecasts including revenue, profit, billing and collections.
• Analyze reports to reflect current project status: monthly cost, weekly labor, etc.
• Prepare billing requisitions for owner monthly.
• Prepare periodic payments, accruals, and contract modifications for subs and vendors.
• Recap Time and Material submittals for payment.
• Estimate and prepare change proposals.
• Support budget structure for field teams.
• Duties may relate to one project or across multiple projects.

Skills

Data analysis

Time management

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

HeavyJob

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

JF White
10 Burr Street
Framingham, MA 01701, USA

The Cost Engineer is responsible for financial tracking, analysis and reporting of project costs, revenue, and profit. Ability to analyze and communicate data in a meaningful way is a key to success.

Description

• Responsible for reporting project level monthly closing of job cost and analysis of variations.
• Collects and tracks progress of work through quantities to be used in billing and progress reviews.
• Preparation of the forecast every four months, including setting targets for revenue, profit, billing and collections.
• Preparation and analysis of the following reports to ensure they accurately reflect the current project status: monthly cost report, weekly labor and equipment tracking, trimester forecast reporting, and annual audit requests.
• Preparation of billing requisition to be submitted to the owner at the end of each month.
• Preparation of periodic payments, accrual entries, and contract modifications for subcontractors and vendors.
• Recaps and prepares Time and Material submittals for payment.
• Estimates and prepares change proposals.
• Provides assistance and knowledge regarding budget structure for the field teams.
• Duties may relate to one project or across multiple projects

Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Financial background or education
• 2-3years experience in highway, bridge, rail, and public construction
• Experience with self-perform work
• Capable of tracking multiple projects
• Aptitude for data analysis and computation
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Must work well in a collaborative environment
• Must have strong time management skills
• Experience with tracking software like HeavyJob is a plus
• Registration/Certificates such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP) are a plus.

Compensation Range: $80,000- $110,000

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Civil Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

Experience with self-perform work

2-3 years:

Experience in highway, bridge, rail, and public construction

Financial background or education

Preferred

2-3 years:

Experience in highway, bridge, rail, and public construction

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