Project Cost Engineer- Heavy Civil Construction

Thalle Construction Company Co., Inc. (Thalle) is excited to announce an open opportunity to expand our family of professional teammates! We are currently seeking an experienced Cost Engineer with at least 10 years of expertise in construction project cost management.

Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough, North Carolina and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas. Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continues to expand our geographical footprint.  Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes, but is not limited to; Conventional Concrete, Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams, Navigational Waterway Locks, Reservoirs, Large Diameter Underground Utilities, Treatment Facilities, Landfills, Site Work, Mass Soil & Rock Excavation, Coal Ash Closures, DOT Highway & Bridge Construction, and on-demand emergency services.

We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully), established in 1921, and developed as one of the nation’s largest privately held, family-owned construction firms.  Tully’s corporate office, located in New York City, has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey.  Visit www.tullygroup.us for more information.

Safety is our TOP priority!  Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, generous PTO, paid company holidays, Life Insurance, and 401K with a company match, and more!  Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. 

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace.

Regional Office Location:  Palm Beach County, FL

Job Title:  Project Cost Engineer

Salary: Competitive compensation package based on experience.

This role is critical to ensuring financial accuracy, cost efficiency, and accountability across large-scale heavy civil construction projects. The Cost Engineer will oversee budget analysis, cost coding, forecasting, and project cost reporting, providing detailed insight and support to Develop, monitor, and maintain project budgets from initiation through closeout.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish and manage cost coding structures to ensure accurate cost tracking across all project activities.


• Conduct weekly cost reviews and variance analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost savings.


• Prepare detailed cost projections and forecasts to support project planning and financial decision-making.


• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and accounting staff to reconcile budgets with actual expenditures.


• Track commitments, invoices, and change orders, ensuring accurate cost allocations.


• Generate regular cost reports for management, highlighting variances and corrective actions.


• Maintain compliance with company policies, contract requirements, and client reporting standards.


• Support project audits and assist with claims analysis, dispute resolution, and closeout documentation.


• Provide cost-related insights to improve estimating, scheduling, and resource allocation processes for Project Managers and senior leadership.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).


• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in construction cost engineering, cost control, or project controls.


• Strong understanding of project cost coding systems, financial reporting, and cost forecasting methods.


• Proven experience with heavy civil construction projects, preferably in mining, aggregates, or infrastructure.


• Proficiency in cost management software, project management platforms, and Microsoft Excel/Office Suite.


• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team under tight deadlines.


• Professional certifications (CCE, CCP, or PMP) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.