Project Cost Engineer

We’re seeking a Project Cost Engineer who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America.

Job Title: Project Cost Engineer | Req : 17272 | HR Contact: Taylor J VALLEY |

Location:

Remote Worker
- Georgia, Building Envelope
- Corp Nashville, TN, Remote Worker
- Alabama, Remote Worker
- Florida, Remote Worker
- Kentucky, Remote Worker
- Louisiana, Remote Worker
- Mississippi, Remote Worker
- South Carolina, Remote Worker
- Tennessee

The Project Cost Engineer is responsible for the cost and estimating functions, including budget control and change management for the project. The PCE is focused on project cash flow and cost analysis to ensure accurate and timely project funding and forecasting.

• Create a Cost-Controlling Report and reporting system for approval
• Prepare reports based on design and/or construction cost estimates and provide updates at regular intervals
• Monitor and control the application of funds available for the project cash flow, cost analysis, variation orders, payments and other major financial factors, principally by comparing funds available, funds expended, funds approved but not yet expended and funds required for approval in the future.
• Recommend changes to the construction contract whenever a change appears to be necessary
• Prepare cost estimates, review appliable drawings and specifications (whether prepared by a third-party consultant or contractor), and estimate additional performance time that may be required.
• In the event a variation is approved, review the proposal received, conduct negotiations with the concerned party and make a recommendation on cost and time.
• Verify that the Consultant provides advice together with recommendations in a timely manner, after due consultation with the Project Team in relation to claims submitted by the Contractor under the Construction Contract.
• Manage the budget and reporting process.
• Manage, control and report on the Original budget with the changes and potential changes.
• Prepare, monitor and control planned vs. actual expenditures and create relevant visual reports and dashboards.
• Manage control and report on Original committed Costs with changes and potential changes.
• Manage control and report on Payment Certifications from contractors and suppliers.
• Update Cost-to-Complete and Cash-Flow of each Package and entire Project.
• Coordinate closely with Accounting and Finance to ensure efficient cash flow related to the project.
• Provide additional support to the project and business involving cost and manufacturing accounting as needed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.
• Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree
• Field of Study Preferred:
  Accounting, Finance, construction Management, or other business-related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in a sophisticated corporate environment.
• Job costing or construction accounting experience is required.
• Manufacturing industry experience is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working with Procore or other project management software
• Travel: occasional, but regular overnight travel to the project site for meetings and presentations

• Have familiarity with contract administration and contract management related to engineering and construction projects (AIA, etc.)
• Demonstrate excellent organization, problem solving and communication skills.
• Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must be able to excel in a deadline-oriented environment and demonstrate a high level of competence in organizing and…