SENIOR COST ENGINEER

SENIOR COST ENGINEER

BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is currently looking for a Senior Cost Engineer with construction estimating experience-bottoms up costing of large construction jobs-$20M to $200M in dollar value. This role will support our NAVFAC SE projects in Jacksonville, FL.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide independent, timely and professional cost engineering support, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, military construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development. Utilizing knowledge of engineering and architecture as it relates to cost
• Participate in planning, budgeting, designing and construction of substantial new construction, renovation and improvement projects for a variety of complex military construction projects
• Participate in conferences with project stakeholders and collaborate with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure system coordination and integration with specific project requirements

Key Qualifications

• Certification as a Certified Cost Professional (CCP) as issued by the American Association of Cost Engineers, or a Certification as a Certified Cost Engineer (CCE) issued by the DOD is desirable but not required
• Professional knowledge and skill in applying the theories, concepts, principles, computer system applications, and methodology of any one of the following engineering/architectural sciences: Architecture, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, relevant to the full range of construction activities; conduct of studies and analysis of requirements for cost, labor, and/or materials; evaluation and advice on cost estimates and contract change orders
• Professional knowledge of cost engineering concepts, theories, principles, practices, and techniques necessary to plan, design, construct and maintain a wide range of shore-based engineering projects
• Knowledge of DoD and Navy cost engineering criteria and policy
• Knowledge of local, state, federal, and foreign country laws, codes, and other statutory requirements affecting cost engineering design throughout the NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic AOR
• Knowledge of related architectural and engineering fields and their associated impacts as related to cost engineering design
• Knowledge and experience with Autodesk software, Microsoft Office products, cost engineering software and other applicable DoD computer systems and software used by the Command
• Ability to produce results of analysis in writing; consolidate findings of others; and evaluate recommendations and facts.
• Ability to communicate effectively to make oral presentations of proposed designs and results of studies

• Knowledge of budgeting, planning and project management techniques, including the ability to coordinate the work of others and lead teams
• Knowledge of and skill to work in full compliance with Safety Policy and Guidance, to include use of personal protective equipment

Experience & Education

• A minimum of 10 years of professional cost engineering accepted standard of practice (code) experience for new construction cost engineering, including renovation cost engineering experience, is required
• Completion of a course of studies from the Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology (ABET) or National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) accredited program from a college or university leading to a Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following: Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, or Architecture, is required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 60% of the time
• Able to operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc.
• Capable of light lifting, under 10 lbs.
• Able to work on-site

BB&E is an employee-owned firm and offers a full competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(k).

If you are interested in joining our close-knit community of professionals, please submit your resume/qualifications and salary requirements. All offers of employment at BB&E, Inc. are contingent upon a thorough background check conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary and per State and Federal laws.

*BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.