Cost Engineer - Construction jobs in Chicago, IL
Cost Engineer - Construction develops and implements cost control procedures, documents, and tools to support and enhance project budget management. Collects and coordinates procurement and other cost information used to develop cost forecasting, cost control strategies, and project risk analysis. Being a Cost Engineer - Construction performs data analysis to identify project trends and budget deviations and highlight cost underruns and overruns. Has extensive technical knowledge of processes and materials specific to the type of project. Additionally, Cost Engineer - Construction experienced with the cost-estimating methods best suited to the nature of the project. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Cost Engineer - Construction work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Cost Engineer - Construction typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Cost Engineer
- Turner & Townsend
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionFrom the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 118 offices in 50 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide.Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.Job DescriptionTurner & Townsend seeks an experienced Project Controls consultant with a strong cost background to work in a client facing role with one of our high-profile Oil and gas clients. The role is to provide Cost Engineering services to our Client's Whiting, Indiana Site Solutions Group as part of the client’s shared service team. With a specific focus on analyzing cost data in order to identify project risks and opportunities, this role will positively influence the outcome of our clients’ projects/events.Key Elements:Utilize the client’s standard tools and processes as appropriate for each project’s life cycle development and execution phase, maintaining consistency in cost. bases through rigorous adherence to the controls processes.Create accurate monthly cost reports, identifying variance from the plan on commitment, value of work done, changes etc.Provide project management support in the development of cost breakdown structures, work breakdown structures and documenting cost, time and resource sheets.Implement the change management process for projects, providing guidance on trend analysis and the assessment of change impacts on cost.Maintain and promote realism in the cost forecasts in the face of commercial pressure and optimism from project teams.QualificationsA minimum of 3-5 years industry experience in project controls/cost engineer positions.Experience in managing large/small projects.Experience with Ecosys and Power BI, preferable.Fully versed with cost control principals and techniques.Turnaround experience a plus.Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills.Self-starter with a client centered focus.Additional Information *On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.#LI-LH2Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: TwitterInstagramLinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
- 1 Month Ago
Project Engineer - Construction
- Gregory Construction
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Construction Project EngineerGregory ConstructionGregory Construction is currently seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to join its growing team. This position is an excellent opportunity to provide p...
- 18 Days Ago
Project Engineer - Construction
- Path Construction
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Path Construction is seeking qualified college graduates to join our organization in the Chicago, IL area. We are a rapidly growing general contractor headquartered in Arlington Heights, IL with addit...
- 19 Days Ago
Mechanical Engineer, Construction
- ARCO a Family of Construction Companies
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Downers Grove, IL
FULL_TIME
- ABOUT YOU ARCO/Murray is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our internal design team based in Downers Grove, Illinois. This role will be responsible for guiding the full mechanical scope ...
- 3 Days Ago
Project Engineer- Heavy Construction / Building Construction
- IHC Construction Companies LLC
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- JOB POSTING: Project Engineer Job Description IHC Construction Companies, LLC one of Chicagoland's longest established construction firms, is an ENR Top 400 Contractor and a Crain's Chicago Largest Co...
- 22 Days Ago
Power Transmission Construction Cost Estimator
- GE
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Oakbrook Terrace, IL
OTHER
- Job Description SummaryAs a power transmission projects (ACS/GIS Substation – HVDC-FACTS) Construction Cost Estimator, you will play a critical role in the planning and development of electrical Power...
- 18 Days Ago
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Income Estimation for Cost Engineer - Construction jobs
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Chicago, Illinois area prices
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What does a Cost Engineer - Construction do?
Cost Engineer - Construction in Portsmouth, NH
If you're hiring a structural engineer, building services engineer, electrical engineer, geo-technical engineer and so on separately, then you might be charged.
December 15, 2019
Cost Engineer - Construction in Daytona Beach, FL
With hundreds of construction and engineering projects under his belt, from coast to coast and in Hawaii, Mr.
December 04, 2019
Cost Engineer - Construction in Pittsfield, MA
When putting together a construction project, you can either use the traditional "design-bid-build" procurement, where you hire the architect, contractor and engineers separately.
December 29, 2019