Fortive

Cost Engineer

Fortive • $70K — $117K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil, electrical, mechanical engineering, construction management, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in construction estimating or engineering with hands-on knowledge of installation practices and codes.
  • Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with construction standards, OSHA, and building codes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn enterprise systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Research and analyze construction material, equipment, and labor costs for assigned disciplines.
  • Develop and update cost data, assemblies, and models with accuracy and adherence to industry standards.
  • Collaborate with cost researchers and QA teams to ensure data integrity across platforms.
  • Support internal projects and client deliverables with discipline-specific expertise.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance data collection and validation processes.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and maintain accurate work items in Azure DevOps.
  • Work closely with the Product Owner to clarify requirements and prioritize sprint deliverables.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
Full Job Description
Location: Remote in US

The Cost Engineer is responsible for producing and validating construction cost data across multiple disciplines. This role involves applying engineering knowledge and construction experience to ensure accurate, reliable, and comprehensive cost data for Gordian's products and consulting services.

Responsibilities:
  • Research and analyze construction material, equipment, and labor costs for assigned disciplines (civil, electrical, mechanical, etc.).
  • Develop and update cost data, assemblies, and models with attention to accuracy and industry standards.
  • Collaborate with cost researchers and QA teams to maintain data integrity across print and digital platforms.
  • Support internal projects and client deliverables by providing discipline-specific expertise.
  • Identify opportunities to improve data collection and validation processes.

Additional Agile/ADO Responsibilities:
  • Participate actively in Agile ceremonies and maintain accurate work items in Azure DevOps.
  • Collaborate closely with the Product Owner to clarify requirements and ensure sprint deliverables meet business priorities.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, electrical, mechanical engineering, construction management, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in construction estimating or engineering with hands-on knowledge of installation practices and codes.
  • Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with construction standards, OSHA, and building codes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn enterprise systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.


Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 70,600.00 - 117,900.00

About Fortive

Fortive is a diversified industrial growth company comprised of Professional Instrumentation and Industrial Technologies businesses that are recognized leaders in attractive markets. With 2019 revenues of $6.3 billion, Fortive's well-known brands hold leading positions in field instrumentation, transportation, sensing, product realization, automation and specialty, and franchise distribution. Fortive is headquartered in Everett, Washington and employs a team of more than 17,000 research and development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service and administrative employees in more than 50 countries around the world.
Learn more about Fortive
Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$22.6 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$1.6 billion
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
-0.5%
Revenue
$6.5 billion
NASDAQ
FTV
* Ladders Estimates

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