Infrastructure Cost Controller

OHLA USA; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Engaging work environment

Job summary

OHLA USA is seeking a Cost Control Engineer to manage project cost controls, forecasting, and financial performance on heavy civil and marine infrastructure projects in Florida.

You will develop budgets, monitor costs, conduct earned value analysis, validate subcontractor pay apps, and support change management and procurement. A bachelor’s degree plus 3–5+ years in cost engineering is required; advanced Excel is essential, with Primavera P6/HCSS/Procore a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Finance is required.
• 3–5+ years of experience in cost engineering, project controls, or construction finance.
• Experience in heavy civil, transportation, marine, or infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel (advanced level) is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Track and analyze actual costs vs. planned budgets, identifying variances and risks.
• Support monthly cost reporting, including earned value analysis and projections.
• Coordinate with field engineers and superintendents to validate quantity measurements and production rates.
• Review and validate subcontractor pay applications, change orders, and invoices.
• Assist in change management processes, including pricing and cost impact analysis.
• Support estimating efforts including quantity takeoffs, bid pricing, and cost benchmarking for change orders and potential scope changes.
• Track, verify and maintain accurate cost tracking systems and documentation.
• Participate in project meetings to provide financial insights and updates.
• Support procurement and contract administration as needed.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Finance

Tools

Primavera P6

HCSS

Procore

Job description

OHLA USA is seeking a Cost Control Engineer to manage project cost controls, forecasting, and financial performance on heavy civil and marine infrastructure projects in Florida.

You will develop budgets, monitor costs, conduct earned value analysis, validate subcontractor pay apps, and support change management and procurement. A bachelor’s degree plus 3–5+ years in cost engineering is required; advanced Excel is essential, with Primavera P6/HCSS/Procore a plus.