Cost Engineer

B&S Site Development; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental and Vision

401(k) plan with match (fully vested)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave

Job summary

B&S Site Development is a fast‑growing leader in large‑parcel site development, driving mission‑critical civil projects with precision and speed. We seek a Cost Engineer to provide cost analysis, forecasting, and strict financial controls across all project phases, partnering with project management and leadership to enable data‑driven decisions on high‑volume sites.

The ideal candidate has 3–7 years in heavy civil or EPC cost control, reads construction drawings, and thrives in a fast‑paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM, Engineering, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–7 years of cost engineering or project controls experience in heavy civil.
• Strong understanding of earthwork, utilities, grading and site development cost drivers.
• Proficient with cost control software, tracking tools, and Excel modeling.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, schedules and quantity takeoffs; earned value experience.

Responsibilities

• Cost tracking and analysis of labor, equipment, materials, and subs for multiple site projects.
• Develop monthly cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance reports.
• Evaluate scope changes and support change orders and claims documentation.
• Monitor production metrics and calculate earned value and performance indices.
• Collaborate with estimating to validate quantities and unit rates.
• Coordinate with field teams to reconcile quantities and logs.
• Prepare weekly/monthly cost reports and leadership dashboards.
• Identify cost risks and opportunities related to schedule and procurement.
• Maintain cost coding and data integrity in project systems.

Skills

Cost engineering

Project controls

Financial analysis

Earthwork costs

Excel modeling

Earned value

Communication

Takeoffs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Finance

Tools

Cost control software

Production tracking tools

Excel-based modeling

Job description

B&S Site Development is a fast‑growing leader in large‑parcel, mission‑critical site development, delivering complex, time‑sensitive civil construction projects for some of the world’s most demanding clients. Since 2003, we’ve built a reputation for precision, speed, and accountability—transforming large tracts of land into fully prepared e‑infrastructure sites through heavy civil expertise, disciplined project management, and a culture of ownership at every level. Our multi‑regional operations are supported by offices in Columbus, Ohio; Manassas, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia; South Hill, Virginia; and Atlanta, Georgia, enabling us to scale rapidly while maintaining exceptional execution standards.

At B&S, we believe in developing talent from within, fostering a culture where driven individuals can build long‑term careers. Whether in the field or the office, our teams are united by a shared commitment to innovation, safety, and delivering exceptional results for our clients.

The Cost Engineer plays a critical role in supporting B&S Site Development’s large‑parcel, mission‑critical civil projects by providing accurate cost analysis, forecasting, and financial controls across all phases of site development. This position partners closely with project management, estimating, field operations, procurement, and executive leadership to ensure cost visibility, disciplined financial tracking, and data‑driven decision‑making on fast‑paced, high‑volume civil projects. The ideal candidate brings experience from heavy civil, infrastructure, EPC, or large‑scale construction environments—similar to the cost engineering functions found at AECOM, Jacobs, Fluor, Bechtel, Kiewit, or other major infrastructure firms.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Tracking & Analysis — Maintain detailed cost control systems for labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production rates across multiple active site development projects.
• Forecasting & Budget Management — Develop and update monthly cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance reports; identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Change Management — Evaluate scope changes, quantify cost impacts, and support preparation of change orders and claims documentation.
• Production & Earned Value Tracking — Monitor daily and weekly production metrics; calculate earned value and performance indices for earthwork, utilities, grading, and other civil scopes.
• Bid Support & Estimate Validation — Collaborate with estimating teams to validate quantities, unit rates, and assumptions for new pursuits and project expansions.
• Field Collaboration — Work directly with superintendents and project engineers to reconcile field quantities, equipment usage, and production logs.
• Reporting & Executive Dashboards — Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports, KPIs, and dashboards for leadership review.
• Risk Identification — Identify cost risks and opportunities related to schedule, productivity, procurement, and subcontractor performance.
• Systems & Data Integrity — Maintain accurate cost coding, cost breakdown structures, and project financial data within company systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–7 years of cost engineering, project controls, or financial analysis experience in heavy civil, infrastructure, EPC, or large‑scale construction.
• Strong understanding of earthwork, utilities, grading, and site development cost drivers.
• Proficiency with cost control software , production tracking tools, and Excel‑based modeling.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, schedules, and quantity takeoffs.
• Experience with earned value , forecasting, and cost reporting methodologies.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with field teams.
• High attention to detail and a proactive, analytical mindset.

Why join us:

• Competitive Salary & Benefits : We offer a competitive salary along with health insurance, retirement plans, and performance bonuses.
• Career Advancement : We are committed to the growth and development of our employees, offering training programs and opportunities for career progression.
• Challenging and Rewarding Work : Lead diverse and impactful projects that challenge your skills and expertise.
• State‑of‑the‑Art Equipment : Work with the latest machinery and technology in the construction industry.
• Strong Safety Culture : We prioritize the safety and well‑being of our employees with regular training and strict safety protocols.

What we offer:

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 6% Fully Vested Day ONE!
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays