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)
Description:
Client needs a Field Project Representative/Construction Observer for a multi-year yard piping replacement project at a water treatment plant, Projects in Milwaukee and Racine.
DUTIES:
Performs observation of construction personnel working on assigned area of the construction site.
Ensures construction work put in place matches construction plans.
Identifies deficiencies in constructed structures.
Reviews contract terms and conditions.
Ensures construction timelines, costs, and materials are in compliance with contract terms and conditions.
Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Reviews the work of more junior staff.
Documents deficiencies, expected cost overruns, materials issues and any other related construction issue or risk related to their area of oversight.
Prepares related reports (ex: monthly progress reports, etc.).
Maintains daily report of construction activities.
Communicates construction issues to project leadership.
Escalates issues to appropriate design staff for resolution.
Communicates issue resolution to appropriate construction staff and closes the loop with project leadership when documented issues are resolved.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
2 plus years of experience in construction observation, construction inspection, or construction management
Experience on water treatment or wastewater plant projects is a plus
Ability to read Construction plans
MS Office skills
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