Hiring - Cost Engineer

Actalent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is currently hiring for an exciting opportunity as a Cost Engineer. The position involves cost planning, contractor cost reconciliation, and detailed Excel analysis. This fully onsite role offers significant growth opportunities within a dynamic construction management team and competitive pay, with additional benefits including 20 days of PTO.

Benefits

20 days of PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of relevant experience in construction.
• Background in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP).
• Proficiency in change order negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform takeoffs to assess project requirements.
• Reconcile construction contractor's costs to ensure accurate budgeting.
• Develop comprehensive Excel spreadsheets for cost tracking and reporting.

Skills

Construction Management

Cost Engineering

Excel Analysis

Change Order Negotiation

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

CURRENTLY HIRING - Exciting Opportunity as a Cost Engineer!!!

Job Description

This position involves planning, performing takeoffs, reconciling construction contractor costs, conducting Excel analysis, and developing Excel spreadsheets. The role requires a strong focus on cost engineering, with opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform takeoffs to assess project requirements.
• Reconcile construction contractor's costs to ensure accurate budgeting.
• Conduct detailed Excel analysis for project cost management.
• Develop comprehensive Excel spreadsheets for cost tracking and reporting.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction and construction management.
• Proficiency in change order negotiation.
• 2-5+ years of relevant experience.
• Background in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP).
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background working with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is advantageous.
  
  

Work Environment

The role is based 100% in-office at Tallman Island in Queens, offering an opportunity to work closely with a Construction Management team. Employees receive 20 days of PTO upon direct hire, with additional benefits including a Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching, exclusive discounts, and special perks for various events and services.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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Job function

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• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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