Critical Facilities Cost Control Engineer

JOB TITLE:
DEPARTMENT:

COST CONTROL ENGINEER
CRITICAL FACILITIES

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Established in 1986, ATS Automation is the leading provider of energy management services, automated control systems, critical airflow solutions, and building systems integration. We aim to be the market leader in excellence in building technologies by providing the industry’s best teams, engineered solutions, service support, and products.

At ATS, we custom engineer and install building automation systems to optimize buildings’ mechanical and electrical systems, reduce building energy consumption, increase tenant comfort, and maximize the productivity of tenants and facilities management personnel.

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, with 14 offices and growing across the United States, we support and manage complex building automation and controls projects across the country. We seek out candidates from diverse backgrounds who are curious and eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and who possess an exceptional work ethic and initiative.

ATS is committed to employee development and offers an extensive training program and ongoing advancement to all employees. Our company enjoys remarkable tenure and we take pride in our employees’ ability to grow their career and find long-term success at ATS.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Construction Cost Control Engineer within our Critical Facilities Group, you’ll support the financial management of construction projects in the data center industry. You’ll work closely with project teams to develop and maintain budgets, track project costs, review invoices, manage supplier and subcontractor financials, and monitor overall project performance. This role plays an important part in keeping projects financially organized and on track by identifying cost trends, maintaining accurate financial data, and providing visibility into project performance. You’ll collaborate with both internal teams and external partners while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with Project Managers to develop and maintain detailed, cost-effective project budgets.
• Monitor project costs, revenue, and spending trends to forecast final financial outcomes.
• Support project accounting activities, including preparing and reviewing invoices, forecasting cash flow, and reviewing purchase orders.
• Analyze project transactions and incorporate unexpected or changing costs into project forecasts and budgets.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records to support internal and external audits.
• Prepare cost analyses and financial reports to provide visibility into project performance.
• Identify and communicate financial risks, budget variances, and cost concerns to project teams and management.
• Monitor market trends and evaluate potential construction-related cost increases or decreases.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Track material pricing and analyze the impact of inflation and market volatility on project costs.
• Manage billing requirements for Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) and Fixed-Price contracts.
• Manage contract and change order financials including tracking, reviewing, and reconciling changes to ensure costs, budgets, forecasts, and billing accurately reflect approved contract modifications.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial processes.
• Working knowledge of construction processes and project environments.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with a focus on financial accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position involves working in an office environment with extensive use of keyboard, monitor, mouse, and other peripheral office equipment. Occasional lifting of office supplies or other items (up to 25-lbs) may be required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Annual salary for candidates is $65,000 - $95,000
• Benefits summary can be found at ATS Benefits

POSITION TYPE AND HOURS

• Full-time, exempt
• Typical Monday - Friday working hours

CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or equivalent years of experience in a related field
• Knowledge of construction contract agreements and change order processes is preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, including construction accounting, is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in cost engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience