Cost Segregation Analyst – Construction & Tax

MSC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MSC is seeking a Cost Segregation Staff to join our growing Cost Segregation Team in Virginia Beach. This role suits someone with a construction, engineering, estimating, or commercial real estate background and a strong desire to develop specialized expertise in cost segregation and construction cost analysis.

The successful candidate will work with seasoned professionals to evaluate projects, measure building components, and document construction-related costs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in construction, engineering, estimating, commercial real estate, accounting, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with an interest in learning new concepts and developing technical expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively leverage AI-assisted tools and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and quality throughout the cost segregation process.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed, with travel estimated at up to 50% depending on client engagements.
• Ability to perform physical fieldwork, including walking and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Travel locally and out of state as needed to conduct building site inspections and meet with clients.
• Collect construction field data by measuring building components, documenting observations, and preparing detailed notes for costing and audit purposes.
• Analyze and estimate the costs of architectural, site, mechanical, and electrical construction components using industry pricing manuals and accepted estimating methods.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, estimating software, and other technology to organize, analyze, and document construction cost information.
• Prepare detailed reports incorporating cost breakdowns, supporting documentation, references, and technical construction data.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of applications for payment, cost summaries, and budget-related information.
• Review asset costs, project documentation, and study requirements in collaboration with managers and team members.
• Develop an understanding of applicable tax codes and regulations as they relate to cost segregation.
• Manage multiple assignments and meet established client deadlines.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to build the skills necessary to complete projects and reports with increasing independence.
• Accommodate seasonal workload demands, particularly during the January through April busy season.
• Perform fieldwork that may require extended periods of walking and standing, potentially up to eight hours in a day.

Skills

Excel

Office Suite

Analytical skills

Communication

Travel up to 50%

Independent work

Tools

Estimating software

AI-assisted tools

Job description

MSC is seeking a Cost Segregation Staff to join our growing Cost Segregation Team in Virginia Beach. This role suits someone with a construction, engineering, estimating, or commercial real estate background and a strong desire to develop specialized expertise in cost segregation and construction cost analysis.

The successful candidate will work with seasoned professionals to evaluate projects, measure building components, and document construction-related costs.