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Emery Sapp & Sons

Builds civil infrastructure and produces asphalt

Job Cost Analyst - Heavy Highway

Full-TimePosted on 10/20/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Bachelor's
Columbia, MO, USA
In Person
AccountingCost & Management Accounting

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in accounting, construction management, civil engineering, or a related field is required.
  • At least 2 years of experience in job cost analysis, accounting, estimating, or field engineering, preferably in the construction industry.
  • Strong understanding of construction project accounting and cost-control processes.
  • Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
Responsibilities
  • Perform detailed analysis of project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead expenses.
  • Monitor and review project budgets and compare actual costs against budgeted amounts.
  • Identify cost variances, investigate discrepancies, and explain budget deviations.
  • Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to review project financials and discuss potential cost-saving opportunities.
  • Prepare and distribute timely, accurate project cost reports, forecasts, and financial analyses to management and project teams.
  • Assist in developing project budgets and cost estimates for new and ongoing projects.
  • Maintain accurate records of project costs, change orders, and contract modifications.
  • Conduct regular audits of project documentation to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
  • Support month-end and year-end financial close processes by reconciling project costs and performing related journal entries.
  • Assist in developing and improving cost-tracking systems, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of construction accounting systems, such as Viewpoint or similar software.

About the company

Emery Sapp & Sons is a heavy civil contractor building roads, bridges, utility networks and development sites for public agencies and private owners. Its field teams handle grading and excavation, underground utilities, asphalt and concrete paving, bridge construction and pavement preservation. The company also produces hot-mix asphalt and supplies construction materials, combining production facilities with the crews and equipment used to complete infrastructure projects. It manages estimating and project delivery across transportation, residential, commercial and other civil construction work in the Midwest. Founded in 1972, Emery Sapp & Sons is headquartered in Columbia, Missouri.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, MO

Founded

1972

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  • Automatic ownership enrollment: employees enter the ESOP without a separate signup process.
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  • Physical entry requirements: the current laborer role requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent travel: the saw operator role requires travel to project sites across ESS operating regions.
  • Weather exposure: laborers must work outdoors in all weather conditions.

What makes Emery Sapp & Sons unique

  • Repair control: ESS mechanics self-perform most equipment repairs through the company's maintenance facilities.
  • Plan-linked machinery: GPS monitoring connects heavy equipment to project plans for field accuracy.
  • Computer-controlled production: permanent asphalt facilities use automated controls and systems monitoring for manufacturing precision.

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