Lead Cost Estimator – EPC Projects

Aquatech; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Aquatech in Canonsburg, PA is seeking a Cost Analyst/Supervisor to oversee project budgets, cost reporting, and forecasting. The role focuses on labor, material, equipment, and subcontract costs across EPC and design-build projects.

Strong Excel and SAP Project Systems experience is required. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in cost control, EVM, and variance analysis, and will collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction teams to deliver accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferable.
• Minimum Ten (10) or more years of experience working as an Estimator.
• Experience in estimation of Civil works, Mechanical Installation works (Heavy Industrial), Building works, MEP, and E & I Installation works.
• In-depth knowledge of labor costs per trade and by region/location.
• Hands-on experience with RS Means & Sage (Formerly Timberline) estimating software.
• Proficiency in ASPEN Estimating software

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track and analyze project costs, commitments, accruals, and expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and variance analyses for project managers and leadership.
• Monitor labor, material, equipment, and subcontract costs to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities.
• Support forecasting estimates at completion (EAC), ETC, and cash flow projections.
• Ensure accurate recording and allocation of project costs within SAP and other systems.

Skills

Cost forecasting

Budget development

Accrual accounting

Committed cost reporting

Cash flow forecasting

Variance analysis

Earned Value Management

Excel

Pivot Tables

Power Query

VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

SAP

Project Systems

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

RS Means

Sage (Timberline)

ASPEN Estimating

Job description

Aquatech in Canonsburg, PA is seeking a Cost Analyst/Supervisor to oversee project budgets, cost reporting, and forecasting. The role focuses on labor, material, equipment, and subcontract costs across EPC and design-build projects.

Strong Excel and SAP Project Systems experience is required. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in cost control, EVM, and variance analysis, and will collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction teams to deliver accurate