COST ENGINEER
General Job Description:
This position will perform non-routine cost/estimating assignments, which require the selection and application of resource monitoring and control principles, techniques, and technical knowledge of a construction project. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Project Manager or Planning Supervisor; Performs a variety of routine duties within established policies.
Functional Requirements:
- Perform tasks required to develop and maintain budgets for a portion of a project. Includes coding timesheets, invoices, etc.
- Support supervision (or construction management through preparation and maintenance of budgets and forecasts. Includes identifying potential cost overruns, reforecasting over expended accounts, etc.
- Supervise updating of construction forecast to reflect most accurate/current cost and estimate information.
- Interface with other construction departments to provide cost/budget data for items such as subcontract change requests, bid comparisons, new work item estimates, and expenditure control.
- May provide supervision and/or on-the-job training to clerical and entry level professional personnel assigned to area of responsibility.
- Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
Qualification Standards:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industry experience
- Two (2) years similar construction cost/estimating experience or equivalent combinations of training and related experience
- Advanced computer skills
- Working knowledge and ability to select/apply resource monitoring and control techniques i.e., cost accounting, budget analysis, etc.
- Understanding of the nature of process systems, structures and construction technology required
- Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
- Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others at the workplace
Physical Involvement:
May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing / sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; wearing respirator and other PPE; typing / data entry; stepstool use; work in excessive heat; work in excessive cold; work in loud environment
Mental Involvement:
May be required to do the following: follow set procedures and standards; follow oral/or written directions; knowledge of federal, state and company standards and regulations; ability to read and write; ability to recognize and report safety hazards etc.; interpret written plans and blueprints; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawing or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; ability to communicate with others effectively; ability to work in a team and get along with others; ability to learn new tasks; remember processes, maintain focus, and complete tasks; ability to remain calm under pressure; manage time and expectations across multiple projects; ensure that work is done in a consistent manner and in compliance with directions
Work Environment Factors:
- Location: industrial maintenance and construction sites
- Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground level; obstructed pathways; work performed at low and/or high elevations; work performed in confined areas
- Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: predominately outdoor climate; may be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.; potential exposure to chemical substances
Miscellaneous Requirements:
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The individual who occupies this position must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace. This means the individual must not pose a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation. The items listed above cover the principal duties of this job. This description shall not be constructed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. This job description and job conditions are subject to change as needed in accordance with company or client requirements. I understand a conditional offer of employment is being made to me conditioned on the satisfactory outcome of the drug test and medical examination. Employment is at will and there is no guarantee as to the length and duration of employment.
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