Cost Engineer / Change Engineer

Cost Engineer / Change Engineer

A Cost / Change Engineer is responsible for preparing, managing and overseeing the process of change orders and related costs, ensuring proper documentation, routing, and approval of changes.

Primary / Essential Responsibilities and Duties :

• Cost / Change Preparation : Work with project managers and engineers to develop accurate cost estimates for various projects and change orders, including materials, labor, and other expenses.
• Collaboration : Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather information necessary for change orders and other cost-related items.
• Change Order Management : Overseeing the change order process, from initiation to proposal to collection of payment.
• Document Control and Other Reporting : Maintaining a system for managing change orders, including tracking their status, history, and related documentation.
• Process Improvement : Developing and / or revising processes, procedures, and work instructions to improve efficiency, accuracy and reduction of costs.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Works in an office environment. Frequently sits for long periods of time. Will occasionally require use of hands to evaluate tactile properties of procured materials. Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard. May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending. Available to deal with after-hours emergencies and call outs.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

RailWorks is North America's leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.