Senior Cost Engineer – EPC Project Controls Leader

Medium; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking a Senior Lead Cost Engineer to oversee cost management for major capital projects. This role involves managing the total installed cost, developing the Cost Breakdown Structure, and ensuring alignment between cost and schedule performance. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in cost engineering, especially within complex EPC environments. This position offers competitive benefits and requires up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of cost engineering or project controls experience.
• Proven experience on large capital projects ($500MM–$2B+) within EPC environments.
• Strong experience implementing and managing earned value management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the total installed cost (TIC) position for the project.
• Lead the development and maintenance of the Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS).
• Provide clear and timely reporting of cost performance.

Skills

Cost control

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Earned value management

Education

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

Professional certifications such as CCP (Certified Cost Professional)

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking a Senior Lead Cost Engineer to oversee cost management for major capital projects. This role involves managing the total installed cost, developing the Cost Breakdown Structure, and ensuring alignment between cost and schedule performance. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in cost engineering, especially within complex EPC environments. This position offers competitive benefits and requires up to 25% travel.