Sr. Cost Engineer (Notional)

Project Time & Cost, LLC; Minnesota; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm that empowers clients through comprehensive cost engineering services. In this role, you will assist in developing and implementing cost recording and reporting standards, preparing cost data for projects, and managing scope changes effectively. Your expertise in engineering and procurement will be crucial in producing accurate estimates and budgets. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly impact project success. If you are a motivated professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for problem-solving, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in cost engineering or project management.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems and project control instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing cost recording and reporting standards.
• Manage scope changes and prepare specific budgets.

Skills

Cost Analysis

Scope Change Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Discipline-Specific Software

Job description

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Job Summary:

• Assist in developing and implementing requirements for cost recording, reporting, and analysis standards, programs, and reports.
• Help prepare cost data for projects, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Manage scope changes effectively.
• Determine scope definition requirements for a discipline or specialty, coordinating with Engineering and other teams to produce data conforming to the overall estimate plan.
• Develop quantity takeoffs for disciplines or specialties using defined documents or assumptions, verifying quantities provided by others.
• Apply unit rates (cost and job hours) to quantity takeoffs and other developed quantities within a discipline or specialty.
• Prepare specific budgets following prescribed standards and procedures.
• Coordinate and prepare cost reports.
• Collect and classify cost engineering data.
• Perform data analysis and development.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Project Manager/Supervisor/Manager.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen.
• Knowledge of capital and services cost.
• Understanding of scope change management.
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.
• Proficiency in multiple discipline-specific software applications.
• Skill in identifying, analyzing, and providing solutions to cost problems.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems, controller account codes, and project control instructions impacting financial reports and revenue data.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field with 7-10 years of relevant experience.
• Competence in using basic software applications like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Leadership and organizational skills.
• Cost engineering or project management certification is preferred; if not current, eligible to attain within one year.
• Ability to travel occasionally to Wiesbaden, Germany.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

• Work is typically performed in a remote/office environment.
• Sitting and standing for prolonged periods are involved.
• May involve walking and climbing on construction sites.
• Occasional travel to Wiesbaden, Germany.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.

For OFCCP compliance, the associated taxable entity is: Acuity - PT&C, LLC.