Cost Control Engineer

Flatiron Construction Corp•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The SR400 Express Lanes Project is a transformative $4.6 billion infrastructure initiative led by SR400 Constructors, a 50/50 joint venture between FlatironDragados and ACCIONA. Commissioned by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Georgia State Road Tollway Authority (SRTA), the project will add two 16-mile express lanes from Sandy Springs MARTA Station (Exit 5) to McFarland (Exit 12), enhancing mobility along one of Georgia’s busiest corridors. With a peak workforce of over 500, the project also includes dedicated bus rapid transit stations and key bridge refurbishments. The Cost Control Engineer will be responsible for monitoring project costs, supporting financial forecasting, and ensuring accurate reporting of cost performance across one of the SR400 segments. This role plays a key part in integrating cost control systems, analyzing financial data, and supporting project teams in maintaining budgetary discipline throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
7+ years’ experience in construction engineering, project management or project controls required.
Experience with complex scheduling and cost control processes required.
Knowledge of construction contract agreements and change order processes required.
Proven written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of accounting principles, including construction accounting, required.
Proven leadership and influential skills. Able to effectively work and communicate with all levels of the company.
Able to identify cost reduction strategies in schedule, quantities or contract specifications that align with project budget and design specification requirements.
Delegation and communication skills required. Able to develop or refine a company-wide program and clearly communicate expectations and business value to all levels of the business.

Responsibilities

Reviews and analyzes project cost control records to provide technical advice or project control guidance.
Oversees cost controls reporting and reconciliation of project cost reporting.
Supports integration of Company systems to track, monitor and control costs. Ensures accurate training and utilization of approved systems for cost control and reporting.
monitors the job cost report against key performance indicators (KPIs).
Coordinates with Division Claims/Contract Manager in tracking and monitoring change order and claims preparation and resolution
Manages tracking activities around unsecured revenue and project contingencies.
Manages tracking of over/under billing to monitor and controls project cash flow
Assists project close out procedures by validating final revenue prior to final bill submission.