Sr. Cost Engineer (Notional)

Project Time & Cost, LLC; Missouri; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cost Engineer to enhance project efficiency through effective cost management and reporting. This role involves developing and implementing cost standards, preparing budgets, and managing scope changes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and proficiency in relevant software, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions to complex cost challenges. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and offers opportunities for growth while working in a remote office environment with occasional travel to Germany.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant industry experience required.
• Cost engineering or project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cost Analysis

Scope Change Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Discipline-Specific Software

Job description

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Job Summary:

1. Assist in developing and implementing requirements for cost recording, reporting, and analyzing standards, programs, and reports.
2. Assist in preparing cost data for projects, proposals, and contract negotiations.
3. Manage scope changes effectively.
4. Define scope requirements for disciplines or specialties and coordinate with Engineering and other sources to produce necessary data in line with the overall estimate plan.
5. Develop quantity takeoffs for disciplines or specialties using defined documents or assumptions about undefined scopes. Verify quantities provided by others.
6. Develop and apply unit rates (cost and job hours) to quantity takeoffs and other developed quantities within disciplines or specialties.
7. Prepare specific budgets following prescribed standards and procedures.
8. Prepare and coordinate cost reports.
9. Collect and classify cost engineering data.
10. Perform data analysis and development.
11. Perform other duties as directed by the Project Manager/Supervisor/Manager.
12. Candidate must be a US Citizen.
13. Knowledge of capital and services costs.
14. Understanding of scope change management.
15. Intermediate knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.
16. Proficiency in multiple discipline-specific software applications.
17. Ability to identify, analyze, and provide innovative solutions to cost problems.
18. Knowledge of financial reporting systems, controller account codes, and understanding of Project Controls, including Project Financial Status Reports and Earned Revenue Data.
19. Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with 7-10 years of relevant industry experience.
20. Proficiency in basic software applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
21. Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
22. Leadership and organizational skills.
23. Cost engineering or project management certification is preferred; if not current, must be eligible to attain within one year.
24. Ability to travel occasionally to Wiesbaden, Germany.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

1. Work is typically performed in a remote office environment.
2. Sitting and standing for prolonged periods are involved.
3. Walking and climbing on construction sites may be required.
4. 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.

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