<p>Job Title: Cost Engineer</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>As a Cost Engineer, you will collaborate closely with the Project Manager and team to ensure the effective input, monitoring, and implementation of the JDE Quantity Book. You will be responsible for drafting and reviewing project-related communications, assessing impacts of owner notices, and managing contract provisions. Your role will include overseeing the tracking and execution of project change requests, managing subcontract processes, and handling subcontractor payments. Additionally, you will manage the owner change directive process and contribute to monthly claims cost reporting.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Collaborate with the Project Manager and team for input, monitoring, and implementation of the JDE Quantity Book. </li><li>Draft and review project-related communications, including letters and notices. </li><li>Assess impacts of owner notices and document them for project team review. </li><li>Develop and manage contract provisions with subcontractor terms and conditions. </li><li>Maintain PCO tracking and execute project change requests from inception to final execution. </li><li>Manage subcontract processes, including cost evaluations, estimating, negotiations, and preparation for review. </li><li>Handle subcontractor payments and required documentation. </li><li>Oversee owner change directive processes with cost evaluations, estimating, and negotiations. </li><li>Prepare monthly claims cost reports. </li><li>Conduct internal and external cost reporting for all Potential Change Orders (PCOs). </li></ul> <p>Essential Skills</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 10 years of experience in cost engineering, cost analysis, or financial management for construction infrastructure or building projects. </li><li>Proficient in cost management software (Procore) and HCSS cost estimating tools. </li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. </li><li>Experience working with heavy construction projects. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal skills in construction management and cost analysis. </li></ul> <p>Additional Skills & Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Familiarity with heavy civil and infrastructure projects. </li><li>Experience with estimation, heavy civil, HCSS HeavyBid, Primavera, Procore, and civil construction. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>This role offers a hybrid work environment, including time at the Air Train Project site. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of large, high-profile projects that impact your community.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $130000.00/yr.</p> <p>Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</p> <p>Prescription Drug Coverage</p> <p>Health Savings Account (HSA)</p> <p>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose</p> <p>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</p> <p>Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans</p> <p>401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match rate</p> <p>Life and Supplemental Life Insurance</p> <p>Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance</p> <p>Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance</p> <p>Business Travel Accident Insurance</p> <p>Paid Vacation and Sick Leave</p> <p>Paid Holidays</p> <p>Educational Assistance</p> <p>Employee Appreciation Programs (e.g., monthly birthday celebrations, appreciation Fridays)</p> <p>Discounted Fitness Club Memberships</p> <p>Pet Insurance and Cell Phone Discounts</p> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a hybrid position in New York,NY.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2025.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.</p> <p>The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.</p>