Cost Representative I

Zachry Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry is seeking an entry-level Cost Representative I to support cost control activities on project teams. You will learn cost systems, assist with earned value tracking, and help produce standard cost reports to drive data accuracy.

Responsibilities include maintaining data integrity, basic forecasting, and collaboration with project and contract teams. A Bachelor's degree is required, with internship exposure to cost or accounting preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Preferred: Degree in Business, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• 0-1 year of relevant experience (entry-level).
• Internship or exposure to cost, accounting, or project environments preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cost system data integrity and ensure accuracy of entries.
• Assist with earned value tracking and basic forecasting activities.
• Generate standard cost reports for project teams.
• Support contract and commercial analysis efforts.
• Follow established processes, procedures, and deadlines.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and project teams.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Access

Data accuracy

Written communication

Time management

Cost systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Business/Engineering/Mathematics degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

The Cost Representative I is an entry-level role responsible for supporting project cost control functions through maintaining accurate cost data and assisting with earned value tracking and reporting. This position focuses on learning cost systems, processes, and procedures while contributing to data accuracy and project team support.

Primary Position Objective

To support project cost control by ensuring the integrity of cost data, assisting in reporting, and developing foundational knowledge of cost systems and earned value practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cost system data integrity and ensure accuracy of entries
• Assist with earned value tracking and basic forecasting activities
• Generate standard cost reports for project teams
• Support contract and commercial analysis efforts
• Follow established processes, procedures, and deadlines
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and project teams

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree
• Preferred: Degree in Business, Engineering, or Mathematics

Experience

• 0-1 year of relevant experience (entry-level)
• Internship or exposure to cost, accounting, or project environments preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to learn systems, processes, and cost methodologies

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• General office environment with occasional exposure to construction site conditions.
• Frequent use of computers, calculators, printers, and other office equipment.
• Requires close vision, color perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Fast-paced and variable work environment.

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Information

Relocation Requirement: Must be willing and able to relocate to a project location anywhere within the United States