Modern Correctional Solutions, providing rapid, efficient delivery and setup of minimum to maximum security facilities.
Cost Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Cost Engineer
ModCorr
• Convert conceptual or high-level labor estimates into detailed operational labor models. • Break down total estimated labor hours into: • Craft-specific labor allocations • Crew compositions • Man-hours by phase • Shift requirements • Production rates • Installation sequences • Work packages • Area-specific labor forecasts • Develop labor-loaded production and installation plans for manufacturing and field operations. • Analyze production assumptions and validate operational feasibility with field and manufacturing leadership. • Assist estimating teams during bid development by creating detailed labor and operational cost models. • Validate estimating assumptions against actual operational capabilities and project schedules. • Develop labor forecasting tools and productivity benchmarks. • Identify labor risk areas, production constraints, and cost drivers during preconstruction and execution phases. • Support earned value analysis and labor performance forecasting. • Develop: • Labor histograms • Crew-loading forecasts • Installation curves • Production schedules • Operational dashboards • Manpower forecasting models • Maintain operational cost tracking systems and labor databases. • Support integration of labor and productivity data into ERP/project management systems such as CMiC, Procore, Primavera, or similar platforms. • Prepare executive-level operational cost and productivity reporting for leadership teams. • Develop and maintain standardized labor calculation methodologies across projects and facilities. • Assist with process improvement initiatives focused on: • Labor efficiency • Production optimization • Crew utilization • Installation planning • Manufacturing throughput • Forecasting accuracy • Participate in post-project reviews and lessons learned meetings to improve future estimating and operational performance.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Controls, Finance, or related field preferred.
- Equivalent field operations or manufacturing experience may be considered.
- 5+ years of experience in:
- Construction operations
- Cost engineering
- Industrial manufacturing
- Production planning
- Project controls
- Operational estimating
- Strong understanding of:
- Construction trades
- Labor forecasting
- Production workflows
- Manufacturing operations
- Installation sequencing
- Craft manpower planning
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
- Experience with ERP/project management systems such as CMiC, Primavera, Procore, or similar preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package:
- Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Company-paid disability and life insurance
- Voluntary life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
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