Company Overview

McFarland Construction is a full-service commercial construction firm, specializing in the delivery of projects through general contracting, design/build, and construction management engagements. Offering services across a diverse range of market segments which include: Commercial/Corporate Interiors, Education, Federal, Financial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Industrial/Energy, Multi-family, Solar, and Transportation.

Founded in 2010, McFarland Construction was recently recognized as one of the best places to work. One of the largest African American owned construction companies in the Charlotte region, and top 50 fastest growing privately-owned businesses in Charlotte. If you’re looking for the next step in your career, and want to be a part of an innovative, unique fast-growing company, we have an amazing opportunity for you!

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and experienced Construction Cost Engineer to join our team. As a Construction Cost Engineer, you will be responsible for performing unit cost and quantity takeoffs, as well as managing cost accounting, procurement, expediting, and document control. The ideal candidate will have three to five years of experience in construction or a similar management or accounting function.

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented professional with a background in construction cost engineering, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to our ongoing success in delivering high-quality construction projects while maintaining cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Perform accurate unit cost and quantity takeoffs to estimate project costs.
• Develop and maintain a cost accounting system to track project expenses and ensure budget adherence.
• Manage procurement activities, including sourcing materials and negotiating with suppliers to obtain the best pricing and terms.
• Oversee the expediting process to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to the construction site.
• Maintain document control procedures to ensure accurate record-keeping and efficient retrieval of project-related information.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to provide cost analysis and recommendations.
• Monitor project costs throughout the construction process and identify areas for cost savings or efficiency improvements.
• Prepare and present regular reports on project cost performance to management.

Education & Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, accounting, or a related field.
• Three to five years of experience in construction or a similar management or accounting function.
• Strong knowledge of unit cost and quantity takeoff methodologies.
• Proficiency in cost accounting principles and practices.
• Familiarity with procurement management and expediting processes.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.