Cost Representative II

Job Description PRIMARY POSITION OBJECTIVE

To support project cost control functions by maintaining system accuracy, performing analytics, and producing reports that reflect earned value and actual costs. As employees progress through the Cost Representative levels, they take on more complex tasks, contribute to strategic decision-making, and may lead or mentor others.

To support project cost control functions by maintaining system accuracy, performing analytics, and producing reports that reflect earned value and actual costs. As employees progress through the Cost Representative levels, they take on more complex tasks, contribute to strategic decision-making, and may lead or mentor others.

• Maintain and validate cost system data
• Perform intermediate analytics (BOQ, earned value, forecasting)
• Produce standard and ad hoc reports
• Conduct contract/commercial analysis
• Participate in meetings and cross-functional collaboration
• Ensure adherence to procedures and support team deadlines

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred:
  Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school or bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university Preferred majors:
  Technical or Financial Business disciplines.

• Required:
  
  0 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Preferred:
  Over 3 years of experience in project cost management or financial analysis

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Familiarity with cost systems, earned value systems, and reporting tools (Power BI, P6)
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organizational and time management abilities
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities

• General office environment with occasional exposure to construction site conditions.
• Frequent use of computers, calculators, printers, and other office equipment.
• Requires close vision, color perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Fast-paced and variable work environment.