Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and certified Cost Engineer to join our team in the North East region of the United States. As a Cost Engineer, you will play a crucial role in managing project costs, developing accurate estimates, and ensuring financial efficiency across our engineering and construction initiatives.

• Develop detailed cost estimates for complex engineering and construction projects using MII software
• Analyze project costs, identify potential risks, and propose mitigation strategies
• Create and maintain project budgets, tracking expenses and forecasting future costs
• Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to optimize resource allocation and cost-effectiveness
• Perform value engineering studies to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
• Prepare comprehensive cost reports and presentations for management review
• Monitor industry trends and market conditions to ensure accurate and up-to-date cost data
• Contribute to the development and improvement of cost estimating processes and methodologies

Qualifications

• Certified Cost Engineer (CCE), Certified Cost Consultant (CCC), or Certified Estimator (CPE) or have comparable certification as well as experience with cost estimating software, specifically MII certification required
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevent experience (USACE experience highly preferred)
• Proven experience as a Cost Engineer in the construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors
• Proficiency in cost estimating software, with specific expertise in MII
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in cost analysis and forecasting
• Excellent knowledge of project budgeting, financial planning, and risk assessment techniques
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting

Additional Information

_ Salary_ : Salary range is dependent on scope of work, location of project, as well as level of experience. This range could fall anywhere between $73k - $150k

Sheladia provides employees the opportunity to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment with exposure to and collaboration with multiple disciplines on a variety of projects. You will work in a hands-on, collaborative team environment.

Sheladia Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Compensation commensurate with experience.