Senior cost engineer job description
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Senior cost engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in senior cost engineer job postings.
Sample senior cost engineer requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in cost engineering.
- Proficiency with cost management software.
- Knowledge of project management principles.
- Experience preparing cost estimates.
Sample required senior cost engineer soft skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
Senior cost engineer job description example 1
Jacobs Enterprises senior cost engineer job description
We challenge what is accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow.If you're interested in a long and rewarding career working with the #1 ranked most admired engineering / construction company in the world, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a driven and progressive
Sr . Cost Engineer in Englewood, CO, to support our Program Management Team within a natural gas plant.
As a key member of our Project Controls Team, you'll provide the day-to-day support and follow through of project controls functions for projects and programs.You will be responsible for controls activities at the project level, including Cost, and Document Management. You'll utilize your expertise to develop, monitor, track, analyze, forecast, and advise Project Team on project budgets, estimates to complete, commitments and expenditures, project progress and productivity, work plans and schedules, projects cost implications, project cost at completion, WBS cost coding, subcontracts, and change management.We will rely on you to identify areas of risk through interpretation of controls information.
Join us and we will assist in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way.
At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.
BS in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management 10+ years of related experience Proven experience using the most current project management software programs Must be able to create effective presentations using Powerpoint and present them to the senior operations management and clients. Must have excellent understanding of change management process, risk management, cost forecasting, scheduling principals, and estimating processes.
Ideally, here's what you'll also have:
Proven experience in both engineering/design and underground utilities type projects as well as with Primavera and earned value performance measurement systems Experience with SAP Experience with Unifier
Typical salary range for this position is $116,000 to $181,500 and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.
#WestPMCM
Sr . Cost Engineer in Englewood, CO, to support our Program Management Team within a natural gas plant.
As a key member of our Project Controls Team, you'll provide the day-to-day support and follow through of project controls functions for projects and programs.You will be responsible for controls activities at the project level, including Cost, and Document Management. You'll utilize your expertise to develop, monitor, track, analyze, forecast, and advise Project Team on project budgets, estimates to complete, commitments and expenditures, project progress and productivity, work plans and schedules, projects cost implications, project cost at completion, WBS cost coding, subcontracts, and change management.We will rely on you to identify areas of risk through interpretation of controls information.
Join us and we will assist in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way.
At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.
BS in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management 10+ years of related experience Proven experience using the most current project management software programs Must be able to create effective presentations using Powerpoint and present them to the senior operations management and clients. Must have excellent understanding of change management process, risk management, cost forecasting, scheduling principals, and estimating processes.
Ideally, here's what you'll also have:
Proven experience in both engineering/design and underground utilities type projects as well as with Primavera and earned value performance measurement systems Experience with SAP Experience with Unifier
Typical salary range for this position is $116,000 to $181,500 and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.
#WestPMCM
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Senior cost engineer job description example 2
Navistar senior cost engineer job description
We are currently seeking a
Senior Cost Engineer - Electronics
to join our Procurement Organization in Lisle, IL, headquarters to build 'greenfield' cost estimates for assigned categories, develop benchmark cost-models, and also provide active analytical support to the Category leaders to enable knowledge-based, data-driven negotiations with supplier partners.
The
Sr. Cost Engineer - Electronics
will work very closely with Category Management Teams (CMT) and is jointly accountable for ensuring that components/products are sourced at the most optimal levels. The role will require working cross functionally within Navistar and interface activity with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Logistics, Product Pricing and more.
Key responsibilities include:
Be the center-of-excellence for assigned categories with regards to understanding product/ manufacturing costs of Electronic Components/ Modules and Circuit Board Assemblies Generate 'Greenfield' cost estimates - the true cost of the component, as designed, assuming best-in-class sourcing and manufacturing Travel to key supplier manufacturing sites to assess the supplier's true manufacturing costs and develop 'Brownfield' cost models for Electrical Components/ Assemblies, and also identify potential opportunities to optimize cost Closely partner with Category Managers and provide costing/ analytics support for all major supplier negotiations Collaborate across cross functional peers, especially Product Engineering, Procurement, Quality and Manufacturing, and support in developing products with the most optimized cost
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree At least 8 years of product manufacturing experience At least 1 year of lead experience
OR
Master's degree At least 6 years of product manufacturing experience At least 1 year of lead experience
OR
At least 10 years of product manufacturing experience At least 1 year of lead experience
Additional Requirements
Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Navistar does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
Desired Skills
Some Knowledge of Electric Vehicle components desired Data analytics & data mining to identify cost outliers and opportunities Experience in both estimating and model development utilizing costing software like 'aPriori' Proven experience in VA / VE activities. Good communication skills and ability to effectively engage with senior leadership Ability to understand technical concepts Skilled at developing executive level presentations Strong analytical skills Results driven
Company Overview
Navistar is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don't.
Navistar is the Lisle, Illinois-based parent company of International® brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus® brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand® Connection advanced connectivity services, aftermarket parts brands Fleetrite®, ReNEWed® and Diamond Advantage® and Brazilian manufacturer of engines and gensets MWM Motores Diesel e Geradores.
With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 12,000 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry.
Accelerating the Impact of Sustainable Mobility
Visit us at
www.Navistar.com
to discover more about our organization
Navistar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
#ridewithnavistar
Senior Cost Engineer - Electronics
to join our Procurement Organization in Lisle, IL, headquarters to build 'greenfield' cost estimates for assigned categories, develop benchmark cost-models, and also provide active analytical support to the Category leaders to enable knowledge-based, data-driven negotiations with supplier partners.
The
Sr. Cost Engineer - Electronics
will work very closely with Category Management Teams (CMT) and is jointly accountable for ensuring that components/products are sourced at the most optimal levels. The role will require working cross functionally within Navistar and interface activity with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Logistics, Product Pricing and more.
Key responsibilities include:
Be the center-of-excellence for assigned categories with regards to understanding product/ manufacturing costs of Electronic Components/ Modules and Circuit Board Assemblies Generate 'Greenfield' cost estimates - the true cost of the component, as designed, assuming best-in-class sourcing and manufacturing Travel to key supplier manufacturing sites to assess the supplier's true manufacturing costs and develop 'Brownfield' cost models for Electrical Components/ Assemblies, and also identify potential opportunities to optimize cost Closely partner with Category Managers and provide costing/ analytics support for all major supplier negotiations Collaborate across cross functional peers, especially Product Engineering, Procurement, Quality and Manufacturing, and support in developing products with the most optimized cost
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree At least 8 years of product manufacturing experience At least 1 year of lead experience
OR
Master's degree At least 6 years of product manufacturing experience At least 1 year of lead experience
OR
At least 10 years of product manufacturing experience At least 1 year of lead experience
Additional Requirements
Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Navistar does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
Desired Skills
Some Knowledge of Electric Vehicle components desired Data analytics & data mining to identify cost outliers and opportunities Experience in both estimating and model development utilizing costing software like 'aPriori' Proven experience in VA / VE activities. Good communication skills and ability to effectively engage with senior leadership Ability to understand technical concepts Skilled at developing executive level presentations Strong analytical skills Results driven
Company Overview
Navistar is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don't.
Navistar is the Lisle, Illinois-based parent company of International® brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus® brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand® Connection advanced connectivity services, aftermarket parts brands Fleetrite®, ReNEWed® and Diamond Advantage® and Brazilian manufacturer of engines and gensets MWM Motores Diesel e Geradores.
With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 12,000 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry.
Accelerating the Impact of Sustainable Mobility
Visit us at
www.Navistar.com
to discover more about our organization
Navistar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
#ridewithnavistar
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024