Sr. Cost Engineer (Notional)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cost Engineer to enhance project financial management. This role involves developing and implementing cost recording standards, preparing cost data for proposals, and managing scope changes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and 7-10 years of experience. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers opportunities for growth, including occasional travel to Germany. If you are ready to tackle complex cost challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant industry 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.
• Prepare cost data for projects and contract negotiations.
• Manage scope changes and develop quantity takeoffs.

Skills

Cost Analysis

Scope Change Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's 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 analyzing standards, programs, and reports.
2. Assist in preparing cost data for projects, proposals, and contract negotiations.
3. Manage scope changes effectively.
4. Determine scope definition requirements for a discipline or specialty, coordinating with Engineering and other sources to produce data conforming to the overall estimate plan.
5. Develop quantity takeoffs for a discipline or specialty using defined documents or assumptions, verifying quantities provided by others.
6. Apply unit rates (cost and job hours) to quantity takeoffs and other developed quantities within a discipline or specialty.
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.
11. Perform additional duties as directed by the Project Manager/Supervisor/Manager.
12. Candidate must be a US Citizen.
13. Knowledge of capital and service 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 project control instructions impacting project financials.
19. Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field, with 7-10 years of relevant industry experience.
20. Proficiency in basic software applications like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
21. Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
22. Leadership and organizational skills.
23. Cost engineering or project management certification preferred; if not current, eligible to attain within one year.
24. Willingness to travel occasionally to Wiesbaden, Germany.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

1. Work primarily in a remote office environment.
2. Sitting and standing for prolonged periods.
3. Walking and climbing on construction sites.
4. Occasional travel to Wiesbaden, Germany.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.