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Cost Engineer (Owner's Representative) - Data Center Construction

KALCON
Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
Seeking a Cost Engineer to provide Owner Representation with a data center owner/developer in Midland, TX. This role can be local, or remote flex with occasional travel. This role will supplement our existing Cost Management team which operates on data center construction sites in multiple states.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • The Cost Control Engineer is responsible for managing project budgets, ensuring financial accuracy, and optimizing cost efficiency
  • This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including cost consultants, project management teams, and vendors, to drive process efficiency and maintain financial integrity across projects
  • Oversee budget reconciliation, vendor budget reallocation, and project budget corrections
  • Facilitate cost touchpoints and communication with cost consultants and CM cost managers
  • Oversee contract administration, tracking, and reporting
  • Manage subcontractor spend, financial validations, and forecast projected expenditures
  • Drive process efficiency and software proficiency within the team
  • Oversee change management, allowance, and buyout tracking

Benefits Offered:

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
  • 15 days of paid time off
  • 8 paid National Holidays
  • Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications

Submission Requirements

At a minimum, the candidate's professional resume must include the following:

  • List of all Educational Achievements
  • List of all Professional Licenses or Certificates
  • List of Awards Received
  • Detailed Employment History with each company including:
  • Name of the firm
  • Start Date and End Date (Month & Year)
  • Positions Held
  • List of Projects/Programs Managed including project value, location of assignment, roles and

responsibilities and contribution to each project

At KALCON we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where every individual is

respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicant and employees will receive consideration for employment as we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and the innovation behind the exceptional projects we deliver. We encourage and support applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team and thrive. Our hiring and employment practices are guided by principles of fairness, equality, and opportunity for all.

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