Harbert International is seeking a Cost Engineer to work in our International Division in Austin, Texas. The Cost Engineer will help ensure the contractual requirements are followed through the project life cycle, RFP phase through substantial completion. This includes ensuring that all work is completed on time, budget and to the highest of standards. The Cost Engineer will support the Senior Cost Engineer, Contracts Managers and Project Engineers in resolving issues and maintaining client and subcontractor relationships. Responsibilities: Collaborate with Project Engineers on scheduling and pricing

Review contracts, highlight any potential problems and propose solutions to the construction team and executives

Develop and enforce risk management parameters

Interpret and explain language of contract

Prepare and negotiate contract variations and pursuance of disputed items

Provide redlined recommendations on contracts

Maintain and update contractual records, changes, status reports, and other information as needed

Work in partnership with legal and financial teams on contract requirements Requirements: Citizen

Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Physical Demands:

To perform the duties of this job, the employee must: Have the ability to repetitively use hands to grasp, reach above and below with arms, and work overhead

Have the ability to stoop, bend, walk, kneel, crouch and crawl

Have the ability to lift, carry and/or move up to 25 lbs. of weight in the form of paper, boxes, files, etc.

Have the ability to sit for extended periods with occasional standing required

Possess the manual dexterity to operate office equipment, filing, and perform specialized skills

Possess a high degree of concentration necessary in a busy office environment Work Environment:

To perform the duties of this job, the employee Must be able to work in an office environment

Must have flexibility with hours in order to better accommodate business needs Harbert International, LLC offers an excellent benefits package including a competitive US base salary, BCBS medical and dental, group insurance, 401k plan and paid holidays and vacation. Harbert International, LLC is an EOE / Vets / Disabilities