Senior Cost Engineer

A bit about us: We provide various management services to public agencies and private sectors. The company offers project construction management/construction project management, project controls, scheduling, estimating, document control, and claims analysis services. It serves federal, state, and local governments; and ports and airports, and education sectors. We were founded in 1990 and is based in Irvine, California. Why join us? Paid Holidays and Vacation Days Attractive Compensation Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) 100% Employer Paid Life/AD & D & Long-Term Disability Benefits 401k License & Certification Reimbursement Program Employee Referral Program Job Details The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, results-driven, and able to communicate cost and budget information to both technical teams and executive stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Monitor and manage project budgets for the Terminal 5 redevelopment program Prepare detailed cost reports, charts, diagrams, and briefing materials Review contractor invoices and verify alignment with Schedule of Values Perform cost-to-complete analyses, considering staffing plans, contracts, change orders, and trends Analyze and reconcile bid awards, change orders, and task orders against budgets and forecasts Track commitments and expenditures within the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Ensure accurate cost reporting in LAWA systems (Prolog preferred) Support change management and reconcile budget adjustments through LAWA governance Develop creative cost tracking and reporting tools for complex phasing and progress evaluations Participate in project meetings to provide financial updates and risk insights Ensure accurate closeout documentation and reporting within LAWA systems Preferred Experience: 10 years of cost engineering experience, preferably in aviation or large public infrastructure projects Experience managing cost engineering teams Proven ability to lead and manage cost reporting for large, multi-discipline programs Familiarity with Progressive GMPs, Design-Build, and CMAR delivery methods Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and large-scale cost systems (Prolog highly desirable) Skilled at analyzing and communicating complex financial data to diverse stakeholders Highly organized, detail-focused, and accountable for accuracy and reporting quality Education & Certifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required Certified Cost Engineer (CCE) or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) required Additional certifications (PMP, PE, etc.) are a plus Work Requirements: Full-time, on-site role at LAX (Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week; no remote work) Must be available for occasional after-hours or weekend work as needed Consultant must provide a company-issued laptop and cell phone Transportation to/from worksite is the consultant's responsibility LAWA will provide a desktop computer for on-site access Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy