Construction Cost Engineer - Daily Per Diem

Cost Engineer – Construction

Position Overview

Seeking a Cost Engineer to support a large-scale construction project in Boise, ID. This role focuses on cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and change management in a positive, fast-paced work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, commitments, and cost reports.
• Review subcontractor proposals and prepare cost estimates for scope changes.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and review construction drawings and specifications.
• Track project costs and reconcile monthly reports.
• Coordinate with construction managers, superintendents, and subcontractors.
• Prepare cost authorization packages and support project cost control.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction estimating or cost engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and cost management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or P6.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on mission critical, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or large-scale industrial projects.
• Civil, structural, or architectural construction experience, including foundations, concrete, structural steel, earthwork, underground utilities, building exteriors, or cleanroom construction.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Location: On-Site

Schedule: 50 to 60 hours/week, 1 year duration contract W2

Per Diem: $174/day

Benefits: great health benefits offered | No PTO at this time