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)
About Us: Bartlett & West is an engineering, architecture, technology, and other professional services firm headquartered in Topeka, KS with 19 offices in seven states throughout the Midwest. As a completely employee-owned company, Bartlett & West has a “We Before Me” mentality. We prioritize service to our clients, communities, and each other. We’re less concerned about titles and more concerned about how each person can be supported to make the greatest impact.
POSITION SUMMARY: This entry-level engineer position will work in the field on projects in construction phase during the construction season. In the field, this position will perform construction and field observation on projects for assurance that the project is being completed in close compliance with plans and specifications. Position will work independently with minimal supervision and will apply knowledge of construction practices, conventional engineering practices and materials testing requirements to document Contractor’s construction progress and perform quality assurance on projects. During non-construction season, this position may work in the office as workload permits to complete project documentation.
This position will focused on transportation projects.
Veterans encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
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Knowledge, Skill & Abilities:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field.
Experience:
0-3 years’ construction, survey, and/or field observation experience. Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel required. Must have ability to pass certifications. Experience and knowledge of materials testing preferred. AutoCAD or ArcGIS experience is helpful.
Certification Expectations:
Certifications have reciprocity in some states. Construction Engineer will need to obtain appropriate certifications for work assignments, and will receive direction from manager on certifications needed. Construction Engineer must pass all required certifications and maintain those certifications throughout employment. Certifications that may be required include but are not limited to:
Travel Expectations:
Overnight travel is required during construction season. Construction Engineer travels in company vehicle or personal vehicle to project site staying near project site during the work week with expenses paid. Depending on base location of employee and/or project work, position travels up to 100% of the time during construction season. Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.
Other Information:
This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing under the authority of the Federal Railroad Administration. The selected candidate will be required to pass a DOT FRA drug test as a condition of employment in this position.
The selected applicant will also be required to complete a back-ground check. An applicant with a confirmed positive test result in the past (or the equivalent) that has not successfully completed all rehabilitation program requirements and follow-up testing requirements is not eligible for this position.
Working Conditions:
*Post offer, pre-employment lifting test will be required.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a listing of all functions and responsibilities that are required of this position. Employee owners are expected to take on additional responsibilities as requested.
Bartlett & West is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with disability.
An offer is contingent upon successfully passing the pre-employment drug screen. Drug screen will need to complete within 48 hours of being contacted.
Nearly all positions at Bartlett & West can require employee-owners to operate a motor vehicle on public roads in the course of their duties. Accordingly, all employees may be required to have acceptable driving records and to provide an authorization to the Company to periodically obtain MVR reports”.
Bartlett & West partners with businesses and communities to build smarter, stronger, more connected infrastructure. From railroad GIS to industrial parks and city planning, we provide innovative technology and engineering solutions to clients worldwide. With deep industry knowledge and a passion for creative problem solving, we engineer better tomorrows.
Bartlett & West is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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