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ModCorr LLC
Cost Engineer
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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$77,260 / year median in Pennsylvania
+1% projected growth
Job Description
ModCorr offers rapid, efficient delivery and setup of minimum to maximum security correctional facilities and specialty units. All products are constructed offsite in a controlled environment and conform to the same building codes as traditional construction. ModCorr's safe, secure and high-quality units comply with all American Correctional Association (ACA) and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Position Summary The Operational Cost Engineer is responsible for developing, analyzing, and managing detailed labor and operational cost models for complex manufacturing and construction projects. This role works closely with Operations, Estimating, Engineering, Production, and Project Management teams to transform high-level estimates into detailed labor-loaded operational plans consisting of craft-specific manpower allocations, production hours, installation sequencing, crew loading, and productivity models. The Operational Cost Engineer serves as a critical bridge between estimating and operations by ensuring project budgets, labor assumptions, production capabilities, and installation strategies align with actual operational execution. This position is heavily focused on production analytics, labor modeling, installation planning, and operational forecasting across fabrication, precast, modular construction, detention equipment, security electronics, and field installation environments. Some travel may be required to various project locations and company office locations. Key Responsibilities Operational Labor Modeling Convert conceptual or high-level labor estimates into detailed operational labor models. Break down total estimated labor hours into: Craft-specific labor allocations Crew compositions Man-hours by phase Shift requirements Production rates Installation sequences Work packages Area-specific labor forecasts Develop labor-loaded production and installation plans for manufacturing and field operations. Analyze production assumptions and validate operational feasibility with field and manufacturing leadership. Estimating & Project Controls Support Assist estimating teams during bid development by creating detailed labor and operational cost models. Validate estimating assumptions against actual operational capabilities and project schedules. Develop labor forecasting tools and productivity benchmarks. Identify labor risk areas, production constraints, and cost drivers during preconstruction and execution phases. Support earned value analysis and labor performance forecasting.