Senior Cost Engineer

Mace; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is seeking an experienced cost engineer for the Hudson Tunnel Project in New York. The role involves preparing cost estimates, analyzing proposals, and ensuring budget compliance.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 7 years of relevant experience in large infrastructure projects. Mace values diversity and encourages applications from candidates who feel they meet the criteria.

Starting salary is estimated at $150,000, with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in cost engineering, estimating, or project controls for large infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimating methodologies, budget management, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in cost management software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review independent cost estimates for procurements and project needs.
• Analyze contractor price proposals, change order estimates, and claims.
• Validate and recommend approval of contractor cost submissions.

Skills

Cost estimating methodologies

Budget management

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

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

Tools

Cost management software

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The Project

Mace, as part of MPA delivery partner joint venture of Mace-Parsons-Arcadis, have been selected as the Gateway Development Commissions partners of choice to support the GDC across the Gateway Program in New York, inclusive of the Hudson Tunnel Project. The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. A milestone project supported by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the project is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

Our Values Shape The Way We Consult, And Define The People We Want To Join Us On Our Journey, They Are

• Safety First - Going Home Safe and Well.
• Client Focus - Deliver on Our Promise.
• Integrity - Always Do the Right Thing.
• Create Opportunity - For Our People to Excel.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Prepare and review independent cost estimates for procurements and project needs.
• Analyze contractor price proposals, change order estimates, and claims.
• Validate and recommend approval, amendment, or rejection of contractor cost submissions.
• Implement cost and budget management requirements in alignment with the Hudson Tunnel Project Management Plan (HTP PMP).
• Track, forecast, and report on all contract changes, allowances, and budget impacts.
• Develop and implement supplemental metrics, procedures, and processes for effective cost management.
• Support project controls, including schedule management and risk assessment related to cost.
• Update risk registers and assessment reports for contingency planning.
• Contribute to daily, monthly, and quarterly reporting on project status, progress, and financial compliance.
• Advise on impacts to project costs related to supply chain market conditions and fluctuations in commodities, materials, and equipment.
• Ensure accurate tracking, storage, and retrieval of cost-related documents and records.
• Support document control processes for financial documentation.

You’ll need to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in cost engineering, estimating, or project controls for large infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimating methodologies, budget management, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with project management plans, contract administration, and change management processes.
• Proficiency in cost management software and tools.
• Proficient knowledge and expertise in specific sector/market of project/role.
• Relevant technical qualification/certification for project portfolio(s).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in both office and field environments.

Note:

The estimated starting salary for this position is $150k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with‑in the role.