CDM Smith · 6 hours ago
Senior Cost Engineer
CDM Smith is a company focused on providing engineering services, and they are seeking a Senior Cost Engineer to provide leadership on large complex projects. The role involves managing project costs, establishing cost baselines, and mentoring junior staff to ensure successful project delivery within budget and contractual requirements.
Civil Engineering
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
Domestic and/or international travel may be required
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
In-depth knowledge of project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and finance and accounting concepts and practices
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of project goals, drivers, strategies, risks and opportunities as well as an understanding of project finance, accounting or business administration
Expert level knowledge of Enterprise Project Portfolio Management suite of tools (Primavera)
Proficient in the use of Project Performance tools (EcoSys)
Possesses excellent teamwork and collaboration skills and an ability to work well in fast paced environments requiring daily shifting of priorities
Excellent written and oral communication skills
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
Company
CDM Smith
Louis Perry Group (now CDM Smith) is a privately owned engineering and construction firm providing legendary client service and smart solutions in water, environment, transportation, energy and facilities.