Senior Cost Engineer - Landmark Transit Project

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Cost Engineer for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), a landmark infrastructure initiative between NY and NJ. The role focuses on financial management, cost estimating, and budget control to keep the project on its financial targets.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, performing rigorous cost analysis, forecasting, reporting, and change management to support delivery and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years 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.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments.

Responsibilities

• Cost estimating & analysis for procurements and project needs.
• Analyze contractor price proposals, change orders, and claims.
• Validate and recommend approval or rejection of cost submissions.
• Implement cost and budget management per Hudson Tunnel Project Management Plan (HTP PMP).
• Track, forecast, and report on contract changes and budget impacts.
• Develop supplemental metrics and procedures for cost management.
• Support project controls, including schedule management and risk related to cost.
• Update risk registers and contingency planning.
• Contribute to daily, monthly, and quarterly financial reporting.
• Assist in reviewing and managing changes to contracts and documentation.

Skills

Cost estimating

Budget management

Financial reporting

Project controls

Change management

Cost software

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Finance

Tools

Cost management software

Job description

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Cost Engineer for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), a landmark infrastructure initiative between NY and NJ. The role focuses on financial management, cost estimating, and budget control to keep the project on its financial targets.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, performing rigorous cost analysis, forecasting, reporting, and change management to support delivery and compliance.