Cost Engineer - Orange County, CA
Location: Alvarado Pipe
Category: Administrative
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Tags: USD $81,000.00/Yr., USD $99,000.00/Yr.
OverviewWho is OHLA USA?
We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!
OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities. We currently have an opportunity for a Cost Engineer.
OHLA USA is seeking a Cost Engineer to support large-scale civil infrastructure projects in the San Diego region, primarily focused on underground utilities, pipeline construction, pump stations, and mechanical scopes. This role is critical to maintaining cost control, forecasting accuracy, and financial performance on public works projects.
Responsibilities
- • Track and manage project budgets, commitments, and cost forecasts
• Prepare monthly cost-to-complete and earned value reporting
• Support pricing and documentation of change orders and extra work
• Analyze labor, equipment, subcontractor, and material productivity
• Identify cost risks and financial trends early
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and billing coordination
• Support bid reviews and estimate handoffs
Qualifications
- • Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 2–5 years of experience in heavy civil or utility construction preferred
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience with cost control systems (Procore, Viewpoint, Primavera, etc.)
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Spanish bilingual is a plus
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Minimum Salary
USD $81,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $99,000.00/Yr.
Responsibilities
- • Track and manage project budgets, commitments, and cost forecasts
• Prepare monthly cost-to-complete and earned value reporting
• Support pricing and documentation of change orders and extra work
• Analyze labor, equipment, subcontractor, and material productivity
• Identify cost risks and financial trends early
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and billing coordination
• Support bid reviews and estimate handoffs
Qualifications
- • Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 2–5 years of experience in heavy civil or utility construction preferred
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience with cost control systems (Procore, Viewpoint, Primavera, etc.)
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Spanish bilingual is a plus
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