Cost Estimation Engineer jobs in Lake Charles, LA

Cost Estimation Engineer estimates costs for construction, engineering, manufacturing, or other implementation projects based on an analysis of project technical requirements. Collects data and analyzes all project costs, including raw materials, labor, equipment and tooling to ensure estimates are accurate. Being a Cost Estimation Engineer identifies and quantifies potential cost uncertainties to ensure costing models capture the full range of potential costs. Updates costs as necessary based on new information and project scope changes. Additionally, Cost Estimation Engineer coordinates with project management, engineering, procurement and other project stakeholders. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Cost Estimation Engineer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Cost Estimation Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Cost Technician II (In-Plant)
  • ReCon Management Services
  • Sulphur, LA FULL_TIME
  • Description

    Summary of Description:

    Perform routine tasks related to the collection of data required to monitor budgets and estimates for a specific portion of a project.


    Duties:

    • Reconciliation and audit of invoices relative to services received and contractor cost reports, agreed billing rates and terms and conditions.
    • Input actual costs into project cost reports in preparation for Project Manager’s review and forecasting of final costs.
    • Update individual project cost reports for actual cost to date.
    • Monitor contractors project controls systems (Cost Reports, Productivity Analysis, Forecasts, etc.) to ensure costs are being managed within the approved Project funding and/or requests.
    • Validate contractor cost reports ensure incorporated into overall Project Cost Reports.
    • Interface with Project Accountant and Client Accountant.
    • Ability to learn to analyze and compile data that may have an influence on costs, efficiencies, trends, etc. Such factors include labor, materials, subcontracts, special machinery requirements and location.
    • Assist others with estimates and bids.
    • Communicate and interface with all other project team members.
    • Assist in preparing routine and/or special request reports per established instructions, department procedures and deadlines.
    • Assist cost engineers in compiling cost data, preparing costs and manpower forecasts, etc.
    • May calculate/prepare material to validate installed vs. estimated quantities, comparison reports, charts, and tables for analysis.
    • Administrative duties associated with day-to-day routine activities designed to provide practical application of cost methods.
    • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

    Education and Experience:

    High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED), with additional specialized training or college course work and at least six (6) years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.


    Specific Skills:

    • Proficient at spreadsheet and data base programs (Excel, Access, etc.)
    • Understanding of cost and project controls methodology.
    • Basic knowledge of resource monitoring techniques plus ability to follow procedures and directions.


    Physical Requirements:

    Ability to reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see and to perform repetitive motions.

    Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

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Site Cost Controller
  • PIC Group Inc.
  • Cameron, LA FULL_TIME
  • At PIC Group, Inc., our emphasis is on excellence. We recruit the strongest candidates in the power generation industry. As a global service provider, we continually seek talented individuals. Title: ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Cost Technician I (In-Plant)
  • ReCon Management Services
  • Sulphur, LA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionSummary of Description:Perform routine tasks related to the collection of data required to monitor budgets and estimates for a specific portion of a project.Duties:Reconciliation and audit ...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Lk Chas Project Controls/Cost Controls Co-Op
  • Citgo Petroleum Corporation
  • Sulphur, LA OTHER
  • Our Favorite CITGO Perks are:* Sliding salary scale based on classification * 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable) * Employee Discount Programs * On-site Health Clinic * On-site Fitness Center...
  • 22 Days Ago

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PSM Engineer (Engineer I)
  • ReCon Management Services
  • Sulphur, LA FULL_TIME
  • Description(*In Plant Role – See Client specific information below in Job Requirements)Summary of Description:Perform limited tasks and calculations necessary for engineering and design efforts suppor...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Engineer II
  • L'auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
  • Charles, LA FULL_TIME
  • WE’RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nigh...
  • 19 Days Ago

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I/E Project Engineer II (In-House)
  • ReCon Management Services
  • Sulphur, LA
  • Summary of Description: Develop and oversee the engineering and design efforts for front end loading studies to detailed...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Engineer - Projects, PE&O
  • Westlake Chemical Corp.
  • Sulphur, LA
  • SUMMARY Provides engineering expertise, controls procurement, and coordinates construction of capital projects assigned ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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HVAC Truck Based Chiller Mechanic (union)
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Sulphur, LA
  • What you will do We are looking for a skilled Journeymen Chiller Mechanic who has worked in commercial, industrial, and/...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Architectural Designer 6 - Water and Wastewater - US Hybrid
  • Black & Veatch
  • Westlake, LA
  • **Architectural Designer 6 - Water and Wastewater - US Hybrid** Date: Mar 13, 2024 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate / Project / Sr. Project Engineer
  • Citgo Petroleum Corporation
  • Sulphur, LA
  • Our Favorite CITGO Perks are:: Remote Work options available for eligible positions Options are department and/or locati...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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E-6B IMMC Industrial Engineer / Scheduler / Planner / MS Project
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE T...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Manager - Construction
  • Brooks and Freund
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • Job Description Job Description This position is located in Louisiana and will require you to travel to various job site...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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WD30141201 HVAC Truck Based Chiller Mechanic (Union)
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Sulphur, LA
  • Job Details What you will do We are looking for a skilled Journeymen Chiller Mechanic who has worked in commercial, indu...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the Calcasieu River. Founded in 1861 in Calcasieu Parish, it is a major industrial, cultural, and educational center in the southwest region of the state. As of the 2010 census, the population was 71,993. Lake Charles is the principal city of the Lake Charles Metropolitan Statistical Area, having a population of 202,040. It is the larger principal city of the Lake Charles-Jennings Combined Statistical Area, with a population of 225,235. The 2010 pop...
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Income Estimation for Cost Estimation Engineer jobs
$58,598 to $75,201
Lake Charles, Louisiana area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

Cost Estimation Engineer in Mobile, AL
The Costing and Estimation Engineer works under the guidance of the Senior Road Engineer with technical guidance from the Head of Engineering Section.
January 11, 2020