KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing
Cost Engineer Mechanical Scope
Location: Austin, TX area
Join a fast-moving construction team supporting high-tech facility builds where your cost engineering skills will directly impact project success. Youll play a key role in managing change orders, analyzing budgets, and ensuring contracts align with project goals. In return, enjoy top-tier benefits including fully paid health coverage for your family, daily catered meals, a phone allowance, generous PTO, and performance bonusesall in a high-performance, collaborative environment.
What Youll Do:
- Analyze and negotiate subcontractor change orders and commercial terms
- Interpret AIA, MSA, and Work Order agreements
- Review cost impacts of design changes, VE proposals, and project risks
- Cross-reference drawings, specs, and contract documents for cost alignment
- Prepare presentations and reports for client review/approval
- Maintain and update budget trend logs and cost tracking systems
- Use tools like Bluebeam, Navisworks, CAD, Revit, and Trimble to support analysis
- Conduct quantity takeoffs and market surveys for labor/material pricing
- Support the cost manager with issue resolution and reporting
- Document and track all cost- and contract-related communications
What You Bring:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering preferred
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical construction or cost engineering
- Skilled in Excel and database software for quantity and cost tracking
- Familiarity with project management, document control, and cost systems
Bonus Points For:
- Experience with semiconductor, cleanroom, or high-tech facility construction
- Bilingual (English/Korean)