Sr. Cost Engineer (Notional)

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

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Cost Engineer to assist in developing and implementing cost recording and reporting standards. This role involves preparing cost data for projects, managing scope changes, and coordinating with various teams to ensure accurate estimates. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, along with 7-10 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as well as proficiency in software applications like Excel and discipline-specific tools. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and offers opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cost recording and reporting

Scope change management

Cost analysis

Financial reporting systems

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

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 analyzing standards, programs, and reports.
• Help prepare cost data for projects, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Manage scope changes effectively.
• Define scope requirements for disciplines or specialties and coordinate with Engineering and other teams to produce necessary data for estimate preparation.
• Develop quantity takeoffs using defined documents or assumptions, and verify quantities provided by others.
• Apply unit rates (cost and hours) to quantity takeoffs and other developed quantities within a discipline.
• Prepare specific budgets following prescribed standards and procedures.
• Coordinate and prepare cost reports.
• Collect, classify, and analyze cost engineering data.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Project Manager or Supervisor.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen.
• Knowledge of capital and service costs.
• Understanding of scope change management.
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.
• Proficiency with discipline-specific software applications.
• Skill in identifying, analyzing, and solving cost problems innovatively.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems, controller account codes, and project controls documentation.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field, with 7-10 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in basic software applications like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Cost engineering or project management certification preferred; if not current, eligible to attain within one year.
• Ability to travel occasionally to Wiesbaden, Germany.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

• Work is primarily in a remote, office environment.
• Prolonged sitting and standing.
• Possible 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, protected veteran status, or disability.

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