Cost Controls Engineer

MMR Cost Controls Engineer

Summary:

The cost control engineer assists the project controls manager in managing all aspects of a project including the organization, planning, scheduling, subcontractor scheduling, and day-to-day issues, in a manner that results in completion of a project on time, on budget, and a quality that meets or exceeds the customer's expectations. By ensuring proper company/customer procedures are followed, and established budgets and schedules are adhered to.

Job Description:

MMR is seeking Cost Engineer candidates with at least 3 years of electrical construction experience. The responsibilities would include, but not limited to, the following:

• The cost engineer will assist the project controls team in managing timekeeping, purchasing, and subcontracts.
• This includes but not limited to time keeping management, material quotations, material and subcontractor invoicing reviews, budget updates, client billing, etc. in a manner that results in completion of a project on time, on budget, and a quality that meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations.
• As required, interact with key members of the project team and client organization to set up, prepare, and maintain weekly/monthly project and program reports including cost forecasting, cash flow forecasting, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor and upper management.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• BS degree in Accounting, Business Management, Construction Management, Industrial Engineering or related field; or an equivalent relevant work experience
• At least 3 years of work experience in industrial construction
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, organize, problem solve, and exercise good judgement with minimal supervision
• Ability to coordinate a variety of projects simultaneously
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and creativity
• Working knowledge of MS Office software
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are required
• Able to work effectively under time pressure and/or deadline
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to work flexible, varying hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Regular and reliable attendance at work

MMR Group, Inc. and its affiliated companies ("MMR") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected class.