• Cost Engineer - Civil

    Actalent (Bronx, NY)


    HIRING A COST ENGINEER! (Civil Infrastructure | NYC DEP Projects)

     

    Join a high-impact infrastructure project supporting NYC’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

     

    We’re seeking a seasoned cost engineer to manage and negotiate change orders for a major civil infrastructure initiative at the Hillview Wastewater Treatment Plant. This is a full-time, on-site role offering the opportunity to work alongside a respected construction management team and gain valuable experience with DEP procedures and public sector project delivery.

    About the Role

    You’ll be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and negotiating change orders with contractors and stakeholders. You’ll collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field staff to validate scope changes, perform quantity take-offs, and ensure compliance with contract terms and regulatory standards.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Prepare, review, and negotiate change orders with contractors and stakeholders

    + Conduct detailed quantity take-offs to support cost estimates and change order validation

    + Collaborate with project managers, design engineers, and field staff to assess scope changes

    + Maintain accurate documentation of change orders and approvals

    + Use AutoCAD and Bluebeam to analyze design changes and support documentation

    + Ensure compliance with contract terms, project specifications, and DEP regulations

    + Support cost control and forecasting related to change orders

    + Mentor and train junior staff as needed

    Qualifications

    + 5–10 years of experience preparing and negotiating change orders

    + Strong understanding of contractor procedures, especially DEP protocols

    + Background in civil infrastructure projects (e.g., water, wastewater, utilities)

    + Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel

    + Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder coordination skills

    Preferred Experience

    + Experience working directly with contractors on public sector projects

    + Familiarity with NYC DEP workflows and approval processes

    + Ability to manage multiple change orders under tight deadlines

    Work Environment

    + 100% on-site at the Hillview Wastewater Treatment Plant

    + Collaborative team environment with exposure to a leading CM firm

    + Standard business casual dress code

    + Opportunity to gain long-term experience with NYC DEP and a nationally respected engineering firm

    Perks & Benefits (Upon Direct Hire)

    + 20 days PTO+9 paid holidays

    + Retirement Savings Plan with employer match (up to 4%)

    + Access to exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, insurance, and more

    + Career growth opportunities within a long-standing NYC infrastructure program

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $77.00 - $77.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Bronx,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.