Sr. Cost Engineer (Notional)

Project Time & Cost, LLC; Tennessee; Remote; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cost Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will assist in developing and implementing cost recording and reporting standards while preparing vital cost data for projects and proposals. Your expertise in scope change management and proficiency in discipline-specific software will be instrumental in ensuring project success. This position offers the opportunity to work in a remote office environment with occasional travel to Wiesbaden, Germany. If you are ready to tackle cost challenges and contribute to impactful projects, this role is for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

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 analyzing standards, programs, and reports.
• Assist in preparing 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 sources to produce data conforming to the overall estimate plan.
• Develop quantity takeoffs for disciplines or specialties using defined documents or scope assumptions. Verify quantities provided by others.
• Develop and 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.
• Prepare and coordinate 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 service costs.
• Knowledge of scope change management.
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.
• Proficiency in using multiple discipline-specific software applications.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and provide innovative solutions to cost problems.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems, controller account codes, and understanding of Controller instructions impacting Project Controls, including Project Financial Status Reports and Earned Revenue Data.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with 7-10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Proficiency in basic software applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Cost engineering/project management certification is preferred; if not current, must be 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.
• Walking and climbing on construction sites may be involved.
• 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, protected veteran status, or disability.

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