Cost Engineer

Cost Engineer Make an Impact on Major Energy Infrastructure Projects

We are seeking a skilled Cost Engineer to play a critical role in delivering largescale EPC and heavy industrial construction projectsstarting with a highprofile cogeneration power plant currently under construction . This role sits at the center of project execution, providing the financial insight, foresight, and control needed to successfully deliver complex, multiyear capital programs.

As a Cost Engineer, you wont just track numbersyoull help shape project decisions , surface risks early, and serve as a trusted financial advisor to project leadership. Youll collaborate closely with Project Managers, Operations, Engineering, and technical teams to ensure cost performance stays aligned with execution strategy.

What Youll Do Own Project Cost Performance

• Lead cost tracking and control for EPC and heavy industrial construction projects, including large, multiyear capital programs.
• Manage budget vs. actuals , commitments, incurred costs, and cash flow across all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain Estimates at Completion (EACs) and Estimates to Complete (ETCs) to drive accurate forecasting.

Deliver Insightful Forecasting & Risk Analysis

• Perform detailed cost forecasting and trend analysis to proactively identify emerging risks and potential overruns.
• Analyze cost variances, identify root causes, and elevate issues early with clear, datadriven recommendations.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, including CPI and SPI analysis, to evaluate cost and schedule performance.

Support Change & DecisionMaking

• Support full change management processes, including cost impact analysis, change order evaluation, and budget adjustments.
• Translate complex financial and performance data into clear, actionable insights for project leadership.
• Act as a trusted cost advisor, helping leadership optimize costs, mitigate risks, and improve overall project performance.

Leverage IndustryLeading Tools

• Use EcoSys, Procore, SAP, Excel, Power BI, JDE , and other project controls tools to deliver accurate, timely cost reporting.
• Prepare and present dashboards, forecasts, and reports tailored to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with Project Controls Execution Plans, internal standards, and cost control best practices.

Collaborate & Improve

• Partner closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Operations, Scheduling, Procurement, and other technical teams.
• Support integration between cost and schedule data to ensure consistent project controls.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cost control processes, tools, and reporting standards.

What Were Looking For Core Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Cost Engineering or project controls within EPC, utility, or heavy industrial construction environments.
• Proven expertise in cost forecasting, budgeting, and cost/risk trend analysis on capital projects.
• Handson experience using Earned Value Management (EVM) , including CPI and SPI reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills for analysis, modeling, and reporting.
• Experience with EcoSys and/or JDE as primary cost management systems.
• Proficiency in Power BI for dashboards and visual cost reporting.
• Experience with SAP and Procore (Procore preferred).
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related fieldor equivalent experience.

Preferred & Additional Experience

• Experience supporting utility, energy infrastructure, power generation, or cogeneration projects.
• Strong understanding of change order processes and cost impact evaluation.
• Experience in true projectbased capital environments (not manufacturing or corporate accounting).
• Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and problemsolving skills.
• A continuousimprovement mindset with a passion for improving project delivery outcomes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Paramus, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $158000.00/yr.

Competitive base salaryGenerous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance401(k) with a generous match to plan for your futureComprehensive benefits medical, dental, vision, and life insuranceWeekly pay for consistent, reliable compensationGreat mentoring & career growth opportunities we invest in your development

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Paramus,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

About Actalent

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