Airport Project - Cost Engineer

Airport Cost Engineer – Job Description

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Airport Cost Engineer to manage cost estimation, budgeting, and project controls for airport infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets for airport projects (terminals, runways, taxiways, facilities)
• Monitor project costs against budgets and identify variances
• Prepare cost reports and forecasts for stakeholders
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and feasibility studies
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and operations teams
• Support tender processes and vendor negotiations
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety
• Maintain cost databases for benchmarking
  
  

• Licensed Civil Engineer (PE/CE or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years cost engineering or project controls experience
• Minimum 3 years direct airport infrastructure project experience
• Proficiency in cost estimation software (Primavera, SAP, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of aviation project standards and specifications
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  
  

• AACE certifications
• Terminal expansion or runway construction experience
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification