Cost Engineer

Flatiron Construction Corp • Morgan Hill, CA

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About The Position

The Cost Engineer monitors, analyzes, and forecasts the financial outcomes of one or more construction projects within a district. The role works with project management and project controls teams to provide financial insights and recommendations that support project performance and efficiency.

The Cost Engineer prepares production documentation and cost-control reports, tracks project spending and revenue, supports project budgeting and monthly forecasting, and uses company processes and software to document and report project costs. The role also supports cost-control systems, monitors job-cost performance against key performance indicators, assists with project closeout and financial audits, and prepares monthly reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Developing written and verbal communication skills.
• Developing knowledge of construction accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends or areas of concern.
• Follow-through in responding to inquiries and documenting findings.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Developing knowledge of construction project practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the construction industry, quantities tracking, or engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble daily and weekly production documentation control reports.
• Analyze costs and track spending to monitor project costs and revenue and forecast final financial outcomes.
• Assist with or perform project budget generation and monthly forecasting using company-supported cost-control software.
• Document, track, and report costs on assigned projects using company processes and practices.
• Work with project management and project controls teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Support integration of company systems to track, monitor, and control costs.
• Monitor job-cost reports against key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support project closeout by validating final revenue before final bill submission.
• Audit accounting systems between the company and owner systems to ensure accuracy.
• Support financial audits on assigned projects.
• Generate, analyze, and submit monthly reports.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program.
• Industry-leading 401(k)/RRSP.
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical.
• Wellness benefits and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time