Cost Engineer

Description

ABOUT US 

At Okland, we exist to create remarkable experiences — not just through the projects we deliver, but in the way we show up for our clients, partners, and each other every day. We believe that how we build is just as important as what we build, and our purpose is rooted in people. Whether it's a trusted partner we’ve worked with for decades or a new team member stepping onto their first jobsite, we approach every relationship with care, clarity, and commitment. 

We’re a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,200 team members and a track record of delivering some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the country — from semiconductor and healthcare facilities to professional sports venues and high-end hospitality.  

Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we’ve grown steadily for over a century — now with offices in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho — and we’re entering one of the most exciting chapters in our company’s history. We’re building more than projects. We’re building careers, capabilities, and momentum for the future. And we’re looking for passionate, driven people who want to be part of it. 

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY 

As a Cost Engineer at Okland, you will play a critical role in driving the financial success of complex construction projects. You’ll partner closely with project teams to monitor performance, analyze costs, and forecast outcomes—turning data into insights that guide smart decision-making.

In this role, you’ll provide strategic input on both financial and schedule impacts, helping leadership proactively manage risk, optimize resources, and keep projects on track. Your analysis will directly influence budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls, making you a key contributor to project planning and execution from start to finish.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys combining analytical thinking with real-world construction challenges and wants to make a visible impact on high-profile projects.

• Monitor project expenses and revenue, performing detailed cost analysis and forecasting financial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and monthly forecasts using company-approved cost control tools.
• Document, track, and report project costs in accordance with established company processes.

• Prepare daily and weekly production and document control reports.
• Create, analyze, and submit comprehensive monthly financial reports to project leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure financial documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner.

• Support project closeout activities by reviewing and verifying final revenue prior to billing submission.
• Perform accounting system reconciliations between the Company and Owner to confirm financial accuracy.

• Assist with internal and external financial audits for assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and financial controls.

• Demonstrate alignment with the company’s values, strategic objectives, and business practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in the construction industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of job cost reporting and project-level financial tracking.
• Ability to analyze actual costs and projections to support accurate cost forecasting.
• Solid understanding of construction finance and project-level financial reporting.
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Experience independently forecasting project costs and identifying financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Familiarity with construction processes, project methodologies, and production pre-planning.
• Experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, or other accounting functions.

• Award winning culture – consistently recognized by Best Places to Work in Arizona, Utah, and Idaho
• Competitive pay –  weekly paychecks, salary, bonus incentives, 401(k) with employer match
• Holistic benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability Insurance; paid parental leave, financial literacy resources, and an Employee Assistant Program including legal and mental health support. 
• Perks – tenure awards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, and paid work anniversary sabbaticals. 
• Award winning work – our projects are consistently honored with recognitions from AIA, ENR, AGC, and more.   

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.