Cost Engineer

Flatiron Construction Corp • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Cost Engineer monitors, analyzes, and forecasts financial outcomes for 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. It also supports cost tracking, reporting, forecasting, and financial audits using company processes, systems, and cost-control software.

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 on inquiries and documentation of findings.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Developing knowledge of construction project practices.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assemble daily and weekly production documentation control reports.
• Perform cost analysis and spend tracking to monitor project costs and revenue and forecast final financial outcomes.
• Assist with or perform project budget generation and monthly forecasting in 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 the owner 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 coverage.
• Wellness benefits and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level