Cost Lead

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MAIN PURPOSE

Orbia is seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to join our Project Controls team supporting large-scale capital projects, including programs executed under the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) guidelines. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in cost control, forecasting, and project execution within highly regulated environments. This role requires a deep understanding of DOE project controls frameworks, capital project delivery processes, and comprehensive reporting requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Cost Management & Forecasting

• Develop, maintain, and validate project cost baselines in alignment with Capex requirements.

• Manage commitments, expenditures, accruals, and cash flow for multi-year capital projects.

• Prepare monthly cost performance reports, variance analysis, and earned value metrics.

• Track and analyze trends, potential changes, and early warning indicators impacting project budget.

• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to update quantities, labor rates, productivity, escalation, and contingency.

Change Control & Risk Management

• Administer the change management process: PCRs, Change Orders, and DOE critical guidelines.

• Evaluate cost impacts for design changes, procurement adjustments, and schedule shifts.

• Support risk analysis, quantification, and contingency drawdown pathways.

Project Reporting & Governance

• Develop monthly dashboards, executive summaries, and project cost presentations.

• Prepare cost summaries and briefing materials for DOE reviews, including:
  Independent Project Reviews and Audits

• Ensure all reporting aligns with DOE requirements, internal governance, and project control procedures.

Systems & Tools

• Utilize industry-standard cost systems such as SAP, Oracle, Autodesk or Ecosys.

• Integrate cost data with scheduling tools (Primavera P6).

• Maintain data accuracy and auditable traceability across all systems.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LANGUAGE, & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.

• 5+ years of cost engineering experience on Major Capital projects ($200M+).

• DOE project or federal project experience (EVMS & Audit reviews) is required.

• Strong understanding of AACE cost practices.

• Proficiency in Excel, cost management software, and analytic tools.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with EPC/EPCM execution environments.

• AACE certifications (CEP, CCP, EVP).

Our Offer:
Day One Benefits!

• Annual Bonus Plans

• 11 Paid Company Holidays

• 401(k) with a 6% company match

• Wellness Reimbursement

and much much more!

This role is based in St. Gabriel, LA. We also offer an environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

The compensation for this position is typically range from $130,000 - $150,000.

Acquisition based on this vacancy is not appreciated and unsolicited applications from third parties will not be accepted.

We welcome purpose-driven dreamers, doers, and builders, recognising that it takes difference to make a difference. If you’re ready to bring your skills, talents, and perspective to moving your career, the company, people, and the planet forward, we’d like to hear from you.

We believe that every voice matters; every community deserves respect; and every challenge is an opportunity and united by empathy, we are stronger for our different perspectives. We are dedicated to building a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that supports the needs of all our employees regardless of their role, location, identity, and background.
The compensation for this position is included above. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.

The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

Orbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.