IT Consulting, Software Development, Systems Integration

Cost Engineer

New York, NYOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

Cost Engineering
Project Controls
NYCDEP capital projects
water
wastewater
reservoir
construction cost estimating
cost control methodologies
public-sector reporting
Excel

Nice to have

EcoSys
Primavera Cost
NYCDEP procurement
payment
change management

Role summary

Techno is seeking an experienced Cost Engineer for a major water supply and reservoir infrastructure initiative in Yonkers, New York. This role supports a complex capital program, requiring coordination across engineering, construction, and municipal stakeholders, with a focus on NYCDEP capital projects. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining project budgets, cost estimates, and cash flow forecasts, tracking expenditures, preparing cost reports, reviewing invoices and change requests, and supporting cost risk analysis. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a minimum of 5 years of cost engineering or project controls experience on NYCDEP capital projects, and strong knowledge of construction cost estimating and public-sector reporting. Proficiency with cost management tools like EcoSys or Primavera Cost and advanced Excel skills are preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Techno is seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to support a major water supply and reservoir infrastructure initiative at the Hillview Reservoir in Yonkers, New York. This role supports a complex capital program with significant coordination across engineering, construction, and municipal stakeholders. This position is well suited for professionals who have successfully supported NYCDEP capital projects and are comfortable navigating public-sector processes, controls, and reporting requirements.

Develop and maintain detailed project budgets, cost estimates, and cash flow forecasts

Track expenditures against approved budgets and schedules, identifying variances, trends, and potential risks

Prepare routine cost reports and dashboards for project leadership and NYCDEP review

Review contractor invoices, payment applications, and change requests for accuracy and compliance

Support change order evaluations, cost impact analyses, and claim reviews

Align cost data with project schedules to support progress measurement and forecasting

Assist with cost risk identification and mitigation strategies

Maintain accurate, auditable cost records in accordance with NYCDEP and internal procedures

Coordinate closely with project managers, schedulers, engineers, and field staff to ensure cost data reflects current conditions

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related discipline

Minimum 5 years of cost engineering or project controls experience on NYCDEP capital projects (required)

Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale water, wastewater, or reservoir infrastructure programs

Strong understanding of construction cost estimating, cost control methodologies, and public-sector reporting

Proficiency with cost management tools (e.g., EcoSys, Primavera Cost, or similar) and advanced Excel skills

Familiarity with NYCDEP procurement, payment, and change management processes

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary project team

COMPENSATION

The anticipated compensation range for this position is between $40-$60/hr. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Competitive salary

401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match

Health, dental, life and vision insurance

Flexible paid time off

FSA/Transit benefits

Bonus incentives

Professional growth

Potential profit-sharing opportunities

ABOUT TECHNO

Around for 25 years, Techno Consult Engineering, PC (Techno) is a rapidly growing engineering and construction management firm shaping the future of infrastructure across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. We deliver impactful water/wastewater, transportation, and public works projects for clients including NYCDDC, NYCDEP, and the Port Authority of NY & NJ. With offices in New York City, Princeton, Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, we combine technical expertise, a commitment to quality, and strong client partnerships to deliver innovative solutions and build resilient communities.

Techno Consult Engineering, PC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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