Cost Analyst - Construction Cost Planning & E

Cost Analyst – Construction Cost Planning & Estimating

Location:

San Antonio, TX Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week Travel:

Approximately 5% Overtime:

Approximately 10% Education:

Associate/Technical Degree or higher Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Cost Analyst

to support construction and facility-related projects in a manufacturing environment. This position will focus on

cost estimating, quantity takeoffs, project budgeting, cost control, earned value, change orders, procurement support, and project financial closeout

. The ideal candidate will have strong construction estimating and cost-control experience and be comfortable reviewing engineering drawings, contractor proposals, project budgets, payment applications, and field progress. Key Responsibilities

Prepare

conceptual, schematic, and detailed design-phase cost estimates

and establish project baseline budgets and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS). Perform detailed

quantity takeoffs (QTO)

using architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and BIM models. Lead

Value Engineering (VE)

reviews to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining design intent and structural integrity. Track project expenditures, committed costs, and work-in-place. Utilize

Earned Value Management (EVM)

to evaluate project performance, including

Estimate at Completion (EAC)

and

Variance at Completion (VAC)

. Develop and maintain monthly

cash-flow forecasts and draw schedules

. Review, audit, negotiate, and validate

subcontractor change orders

against contract allowances and market pricing. Assist procurement with development of

scope packages

and evaluation of contractor bids. Perform financial risk assessments of major vendors and subcontractors. Review contractor

G702/G703 payment applications

and lien waivers against verified field progress. Support project closeout through final financial reconciliations, contingency settlement, and subcontractor account audits. Ideal Background

Candidates should have experience in several of the following areas: Construction estimating and cost analysis Quantity takeoffs Construction/project budgeting Cost controls Earned Value Management EAC/VAC forecasting Change-order review and negotiation Contractor/subcontractor bid analysis G702/G703 pay applications Construction drawings and specifications BIM-based estimating Value engineering Procurement and vendor cost analysis Project financial closeout The position is based

San Antonio

, with approximately

5% travel