Cost Engineer/Estimating

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 - $150,000 depending on experience

***NO STAFFING AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION***

***Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future***

Five Star Electric, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Cost Engineer for our office in Brooklyn, NY

About Five Star Electric

We make it happen- Electrifying the Greater New York Area Since 1959

From our founding in 1959, weve become one of the largest electrical contracting, construction, and engineering firms by bringing integrity, reliability, experience, efficiency, and safety to each job we perform. Five Star Electric works on the largest, high-profile projects in the New York Metropolitan area. As one of the largest specialty contracting firms in the United States, Five Star Electric with its diverse portfolio of work experience, has never failed to complete a project since inception. Five Star is regularly ranked in ENR magazines Top 600 Specialty Contractors in the United States. Five Star Electrics name reflects its promise to continually achieve the highest five-star ranking on every project.

Across New York State our notable projects include, the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, the Hudson Yards Platform, Madison Square Garden Transformation, Citi Field, 86th Street Station and multiple United Nations projects.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Electrical Cost Engineer to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring the financial health and accuracy of our projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost engineering, estimating, and project management, with a focus on electrical contracting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Code and Progress Tracking: Assist field and office supervision to accurately monitor, update, and maintain project cost.

• Billing Management: Assist with oversite of subcontractor invoicing, ensuring accuracy, and adherence to contract terms.

• Time and Material Estimating: Develop accurate estimates for time and material work.

• Change Order Estimating: Assist in takeoff, estimation, and tracking of project change orders.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficient in cost management software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite and Procore.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (electrical preferred), Construction Management or similar from an accredited university desired. HS Diploma or equivalent required.

• Five (5) + years of relative experience including estimating large-scale, complex electrical projects and negotiating with the client.

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

• Knowledge of electrical systems and construction processes.

• Ability to operate in both field and office environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer