CDM Smith · 3 hours ago
Senior Cost Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expCDM Smith is a company that values its employees and offers a supportive work environment. They are seeking a Senior Cost Engineer who will provide leadership on large complex projects, overseeing project costs and ensuring compliance with budgets and contractual requirements.
Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyTransportationWater
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provides senior level cost engineering leadership on large complex projects as a key member of the owners project management and project controls team
Oversees and manages project costs to ensure delivery within approved budgets and contractual requirements
Establishes and maintains the project cost baseline monitors expenditures against forecasts and coordinates with the Reporting Lead to deliver clear and detailed cost reports to management
Leads evaluation of the cost impact of change orders schedule adjustments and scope variations while advising project managers and senior leadership on cost risks trends and mitigation strategies
Directs tracking of cost plus contract line items to ensure all reimbursable costs and associated fees are accurately captured validated and reported in full compliance with contract requirements
Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff
Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm
May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
5 years of related experience
Successful candidate will be required to work 100% in the field locations
This role is based out of our El Paso, TX office. The successful candidate will work full-time on the project site located in Santa Teresa, New Mexico
Oversees and manages project costs to ensure delivery within approved budgets and contractual requirements
Establishes and maintains the project cost baseline monitors expenditures against forecasts and coordinates with the Reporting Lead to deliver clear and detailed cost reports to management
Leads evaluation of the cost impact of change orders schedule adjustments and scope variations while advising project managers and senior leadership on cost risks trends and mitigation strategies
Directs tracking of cost plus contract line items to ensure all reimbursable costs and associated fees are accurately captured validated and reported in full compliance with contract requirements
Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff
Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm
May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands
Preferred
Advanced Excel skills and experience with project controls platforms such as Primavera P6, EcoSys, Unifier, or Procore
Strong expertise in cost control, forecasting, earned value, and change order evaluation
Experience with cost-plus and GMP contract management, including reimbursable cost tracking
Benefits
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Company
CDM Smith
CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm that offers environmental, transportation, and energy-smart solutions and facilities.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Timothy Wall
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Prescott
SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer
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