Cost Engineer
$50 - $60 per hourActalent
HIRING: Cost Engineer Job Description We are seeking a skilled Cost Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will plan and execute cost takeoffs, reconcile construction contractor costs, and perform detailed Excel analyses. You will also be responsible for developing Excel spreadsheets to support cost engineering efforts.
Responsibilities
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Yonkers,NY.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2025.
About Actalent
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.
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.
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 View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.
Responsibilities
- Plan and perform cost takeoffs for construction projects.
- Reconcile construction contractor costs effectively.
- Conduct detailed analyses using Excel.
- Develop and maintain Excel spreadsheets for cost management.
- Engage in change order and change order negotiation processes.
- 2-5+ years of experience in construction or construction management.
- Proficiency in change order negotiation.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Background in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) preferred.
- Familiarity with Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
- Experience with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is advantageous.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Yonkers,NY.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2025.
About Actalent
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.
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.
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 View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.
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