Cost Segregation Engineer

KBKG - Tax Credits, Incentives & Cost Recovery; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

KBKG - Tax Credits, Incentives & Cost Recovery in Irving, Texas is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Segregation Engineer. This role involves performing fixed asset analyses and preparing cost segregation reports by reviewing site surveys, blueprints, and historical records. It requires approximately 30% travel and offers an opportunity to work with CPAs to optimize tax incentives.

The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills, a Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join a fast-growing, innovative team committed to client satisfaction and excellence.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented individual with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to estimate costs and analyze construction data.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering and architectural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Procure and analyze data related to acquisition or construction.
• Review construction cost documentation and reconcile with accounting records.
• Perform physical site inspections and write analytical reports.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Cost estimation and analysis

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience with RS Means Cost Estimator

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or construction science

Job description

KBKG LLC, a Specialty Tax provider, empowers CPA firms to connect with their customers in a comprehensive and consultative manner. We are fast-growing, the most innovative in the industry, and named one of the Best of the Best firms by Inside Public Accounting. We help CPAs determine tax incentives that benefit their clients, and we are committed to handling each client relationship with care and diligence. Our ability to work seamlessly with CPAs is the reason so many leading firms and businesses across the nation utilize our expertise and trust KBKG with their clients. By partnering state-of-the-art technology with the best and brightest employees in the industry, we foster a culture of constant innovation and growth.

Job Description

The Cost Segregation Engineer will be responsible for performing fixed asset analyses, identifying assets that are eligible for accelerated depreciation. They will review site surveys and blueprints, as well as all appropriate historical records and construction cost documents and prepare a full-scope cost segregation report.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and possesses strong interpersonal skills. The position will involve approximately 30% travel.

Responsibilities

• Works with clients to procure data related to acquisition or construction and to ensure client satisfaction.
• Analyzes construction cost ledgers, contractor payment applications, and other cost documentation and reconciles to accounting records.
• Performs takeoffs utilizing blueprints and perform physical site inspections.
• Estimates unit costs utilizing costing sources such as RS Means and Marshall Valuation Service.
• Determines the appropriate tax life for each component of a building in accordance with IRS Regulations.
• Writes reports and prepares schedules that support findings from analysis.
• Analyzes property data and real estate income and expense statements.
• Understanding of real estate appraisal valuation methodology and concepts.
• Communicate and resolve questions with clients.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately take off quantities, estimate the cost of construction, and sequence and schedule the construction for commercial buildings preferred.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Experience with RS Means Cost Estimator preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or construction science.
• Understanding of construction design and processes. Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and explaining engineering and architectural drawings is essential

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.