Cost Lead - DOE Capital Projects

About the role

Orbia is seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to join its Project Controls team, supporting large-scale capital projects, including programs executed under U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) guidelines. The role requires strong technical expertise in cost control, forecasting and project execution in highly regulated environments, and a deep understanding of DOE project controls frameworks, capital project delivery and reporting requirements. The position is based in St. Gabriel, LA.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and validate project cost baselines aligned with Capex requirements, and manage commitments, expenditures, accruals and cash flow for multi-year capital projects.
• Prepare monthly cost performance reports, variance analysis and earned value metrics, and track budget trends and early warning indicators.
• Work with engineering, procurement and construction teams to update quantities, labor rates, productivity, escalation and contingency.
• Administer change control (PCRs, Change Orders) and evaluate cost impacts of design changes, procurement adjustments and schedule shifts.
• Support risk analysis, quantification and contingency drawdown pathways.
• Develop monthly dashboards, executive summaries and cost presentations, and prepare cost summaries for DOE reviews, including Independent Project Reviews and Audits.
• Ensure all reporting meets DOE requirements, internal governance and project control procedures.
• Use cost systems such as SAP, Oracle, Autodesk or Ecosys, integrate cost data with Primavera P6, and keep data accurate and auditable.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance or a related field.
• 5+ years of cost engineering experience on major capital projects ($200M+).
• DOE project or federal project experience (EVMS and audit reviews) is required.
• Strong understanding of AACE cost practices; preferred: EPC/EPCM experience and AACE certifications (CEP, CCP, EVP).

Required skills

• Proficiency in Excel and cost management software.
• Knowledge of EVMS and DOE project controls.
• Preferred: Primavera P6 integration and AACE certifications.

What we offer

• Compensation typically in the $130,000 - $150,000 range, with possible short- and long-term incentives.
• Annual bonus plans, 11 paid company holidays, 401(k) with a 6% company match, wellness reimbursement and healthcare coverage.
• Paid vacation, sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave and an employee assistance program.