Cost Engineer Aviation Construction Anticipated Opening

Heery; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a driven Cost Engineer/Cost Manager to join their team in Los Angeles. This role involves advising clients on cost strategies, managing vendor relationships, and overseeing project budgets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management and cost management, with excellent communication skills. You will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality cost services for medium to large construction projects, ensuring that all financial aspects are meticulously managed. This is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a supportive and inclusive work environment that values work-life balance and diversity.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Work-Life Balance

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in cost management within construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on cost strategies and manage vendor prequalification.
• Control costs and manage project budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Cost Management

Construction Industry Knowledge

Communication Skills

Value Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

RICS Accreditation

Tools

Cost Estimating Software

Bid Analysis Sheets

Change Control Forms

Job description

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Cost Engineer/Cost Manager to join our team and support construction cost services for our clients. The ideal candidate will be driven and aligned with our purpose and values.

Responsibilities:

1. Advise clients on strategies, manage vendor prequalification, assess proposals, bids, and bid leveling documents, make final recommendations, chair bid interviews, and oversee the appointment process.
2. Manage estimating services for entire projects by developing estimates related to construction, fees, direct work, and other costs; review estimates prepared by junior team members; present estimates and value engineering recommendations to clients; meet with vendors to review and validate costs; utilize benchmark data for review.
3. Oversee cost reporting by establishing schedules, reviewing and presenting reports and forecasts, managing project budgets and spend forecasts, maintaining risk registers, and hosting project meetings.
4. Control costs by reviewing payment applications, liaising with project managers on contractor entitlements, reviewing change order requests, and managing contractual disputes and payment requisitions.
5. Monitor invoicing processes.
6. Benchmark project performance against industry standards.
7. Manage final accounting, post-contract audits, and project closeouts.
8. Conduct post-contract reviews, document lessons learned, and develop training materials.
9. Develop procedures for project handovers.
10. Utilize Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, and Cost Estimating and Take-off Software for all duties.
11. Adhere to SOX controls where applicable.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a cost management role within the construction industry.
• RICS accreditation or progress towards it is valuable.
• Experience supporting cost management on medium to large construction projects.
• Construction consultancy experience is preferred.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
• Strong communication skills.

Additional Information:

On-site presence requirements may vary based on client needs.

The salary range is $100k-$150K annually, dependent on experience and qualifications. This range reflects base salary only and does not include total compensation. Turner & Townsend reserves the right to adjust pay accordingly.

Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with LA County and CA laws.

We promote a healthy, flexible, and inclusive work environment, supporting work-life balance and diversity.

Learn more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com and https://www.heery.com/.

All information will be kept confidential per EEO guidelines.

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