Construction Cost Manager/Engineer

Thalle Construction Company

23h

About The Position

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. is pleased to announce a career opportunity for a Construction Cost Manager/Engineer with at least 10 years of expertise in construction project cost management to join us on the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) A-2 Reservoir in Palm Beach County, Florida. This project marks the largest contract in the Jacksonville District’s history, valued at $2.87 billion. Thalle will oversee the construction of a 17.75-mile embankment dam and associated structures. This project offers potential Project Team members a valuable opportunity to broaden their professional experience and advance their careers throughout its duration. The CEPP plays a vital role in Everglades restoration, aiming to enhance ecosystem health, improve water storage, and increase resilience to climate change. Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough, North Carolina and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas. Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continues to expand our geographical footprint. Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes, but is not limited to; Conventional Concrete, Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams, Navigational Waterway Locks, Reservoirs, Large Diameter Underground Utilities, Treatment Facilities, Landfills, Site Work, Mass Soil & Rock Excavation, Coal Ash Closures, DOT Highway & Bridge Construction, and on-demand emergency services. We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully), established in 1921, and developed as one of the nation’s largest privately held, family-owned construction firms. Tully’s corporate office, located in New York City, has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey. Visit www.tullygroup.us for more information. This role is critical to ensuring financial accuracy, cost efficiency, and accountability across large-scale heavy civil construction projects. This position will oversee budget analysis, cost coding, forecasting, and project cost reporting, providing detailed insight and support to Develop, monitor, and maintain project budgets from initiation through closeout.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in construction cost engineering, cost control, or project controls.
Strong understanding of project cost coding systems, financial reporting, and cost forecasting methods.
Proven experience with heavy civil construction projects, preferably in mining, aggregates, or infrastructure.
Proficiency in cost management software, project management platforms, and Microsoft Excel/Office Suite.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a project team under tight deadlines.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications (CCE, CCP, or PMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish and manage cost coding structures to ensure accurate cost tracking across all project activities.
Conduct weekly cost reviews and variance analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost savings.
Prepare detailed cost projections and forecasts to support project planning and financial decision-making.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and accounting staff to reconcile budgets with actual expenditures.
Track commitments, invoices, and change orders, ensuring accurate cost allocations.
Generate regular cost reports for management, highlighting variances and corrective actions.
Maintain compliance with company policies, contract requirements, and client reporting standards.
Support project audits and assist with claims analysis, dispute resolution, and closeout documentation.
Provide cost-related insights to improve estimating, scheduling, and resource allocation processes for Project Managers and senior leadership.