Construction Cost Engineer

Consor Engineers • Oakland, CA

2d • $45 - $60

About The Position

As a Construction Cost Engineer, You`ll play a critical role in ensuring that construction projects are planned, budgeted, and executed with financial accuracy and efficiency. You`ll combine technical engineering knowledge with strong financial and analytical skills to forecast, monitor, and control project costs throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• 5+ years of project support experience in the AEC industry.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Microsoft Project, and a Project ERP System (Deltek Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates during conceptual, preliminary, and final design phases.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements to prepare accurate quantity takeoffs.
• Evaluate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs using industry benchmarks and historical data.
• Establish and maintain project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and cost control systems.
• Track actual costs against budgeted values and identify variances.
• Provide early warnings on potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions.

Benefits

• Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
• Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
• Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.
• Life – Employer-paid STD and LTD, employer-paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.
• Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED