Sr. Cost Engineer (Notional)

Acuity International; North Carolina; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Cost Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves developing and implementing cost recording and reporting standards while managing project budgets and scope changes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost management, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to analyze complex data. With opportunities for remote work and occasional travel, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative environment. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in cost engineering or management.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems and capital costs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing cost recording and reporting standards.
• Prepare cost data for projects and manage scope changes.

Skills

Cost Management

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Leadership

Scope Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

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 analysis standards, programs, and reports.
2. Help prepare cost data for projects, proposals, and contract negotiations.
3. Manage scope changes effectively.
4. Define scope requirements for disciplines and coordinate data production with Engineering and other sources to conform to estimate preparation plans.
5. Develop quantity takeoffs for disciplines using defined documents or assumptions, and verify quantities provided by others.
6. Develop and apply unit rates (cost and hours) to quantities and other developed data within a discipline.
7. Prepare specific budgets following prescribed standards and procedures.
8. Coordinate and prepare cost reports.
9. Collect, classify, and analyze cost engineering data.
10. Perform data analysis and development tasks.
11. Perform additional duties as directed by the Project Manager/Supervisor/Manager.
12. Candidate must be a US Citizen.
13. Knowledge of capital and services costs.
14. Experience with scope change management.
15. Intermediate knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.
16. Proficiency with multiple discipline-specific software applications.
17. Strong problem-solving skills in cost management.
18. Knowledge of financial reporting systems and controller account codes.
19. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field, with 7-10 years of relevant experience.
20. Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
21. Excellent communication skills.
22. Strong leadership and organizational skills.
23. Cost engineering/project management certification preferred; if not current, eligibility to attain within one year.
24. Ability to travel occasionally to Wiesbaden, Germany.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

• Remote work environment typical of an office setting.
• Sitting and standing for extended periods.
• Walking and climbing on construction sites as needed.
• Occasional travel to Wiesbaden, Germany.

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