Sr. Cost Engineer (Notional)

Project Time & Cost, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Cost Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves developing and implementing cost standards, preparing budgets, and managing project scope changes. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and have 7-10 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, along with proficiency in various software applications. This position offers the opportunity to work in a remote environment while occasionally traveling to international project sites, making it perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of cost engineering.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in cost engineering or project management.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems and scope change management.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cost analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Cost engineering/project management certification

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Discipline-specific software applications

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 a discipline or specialty and coordinate with Engineering and other sources to produce data that conform to the overall estimate preparation plan.
5. Develop quantity takeoffs for disciplines or specialties using defined documents or scope assumptions. Verify quantities provided by others.
6. Develop and 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. Prepare and coordinate cost reports.
9. Collect and classify cost engineering data.
10. Perform data analysis and development.
11. Perform any other duties as directed by the Project Manager/Supervisor/Manager.
12. Candidate must be a US Citizen.
13. Knowledge of capital and services cost.
14. Knowledge of scope change management.
15. Intermediate knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.
16. Proficiency in using multiple discipline-specific software applications.
17. Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, and providing innovative solutions to cost problems.
18. 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.
19. Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with 7-10 years of relevant experience.
20. Knowledge in the use of computers and basic software applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
21. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
22. Cost engineering/project management certification is preferred. If not current, must be eligible to attain within one year of employment.
23. Ability to travel occasionally to Wiesbaden, Germany.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

1. Work is typically performed in a remote, office environment.
2. Prolonged sitting and standing.
3. Walking and climbing on construction sites may be involved.
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.

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