CFS · 2 weeks ago
Senior Cost Engineer
CFS is a well-known company that values its employees and fosters a strong corporate culture. They are seeking a Senior Project Cost Engineer to collaborate with executives, perform internal audits, and manage project budgets and status reports.
Responsibilities
Generate monthly profit forecasts and performance dashboards for senior management based on ongoing project analysis
Monitor and maintain budgets and job status reports for a portfolio of construction projects on a recurring monthly schedule
Mentor junior cost engineers and provide guidance and support to team members as needed
Lead regular job status meetings with stakeholders and project teams to review financial and operational progress
Deliver training to both office and field personnel on the use of project management software tools
Prepare and compile various monthly financial reports for executive leadership review
Analyze project cost data to identify risks, cost-saving opportunities, and implement effective mitigation strategies
Contribute to the preparation of new construction project proposals for evaluation and approval
Support project executives with cost tracking, forecasting, subcontractor management, and change order administration
Offer cost-related insights and strategic recommendations to project teams and executive leadership
Audit and reconcile project performance using project management software to ensure accuracy and compliance
Continuously enhance and promote cost control best practices across the organization
Qualification
Required
5+ years of construction industry experience
Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost control techniques and cost estimation principles