Senior Cost Analyst

Senior Cost Analyst (Construction / Energy Projects)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Analyst to support complex construction and energy-related projects. This role will play a critical part in managing financial performance across the full project lifecycle—from initial scoping through completion—ensuring accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and reporting.

This position is ideal for a professional with a strong background in construction, engineering, or project-based financial analysis, who thrives in dynamic environments and can translate technical data into actionable business insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze project financials across the full lifecycle (cradle-to-grave)
• Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and cost projections
• Track project performance against financial targets and timelines
• Provide clear, data-driven insights on cost trends, risks, and future projections
• Partner with project teams to gather data and validate assumptions
• Support leadership with reporting and visibility into overall project health
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and standardization, particularly in financial tracking and reporting workflows
• Assist in building scalable processes and best practices for cost analysis across projects

Required Qualifications

• 7–15+ years of experience in cost analysis, financial analysis, or project controls
• Demonstrated experience supporting construction, engineering, or capital projects
• Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, and budgeting
• Proficiency with Excel and financial modeling
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field
• Ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in energy, utilities, or infrastructure environments
• Exposure to tools such as Oracle or other ERP systems
• Background in or familiarity with procurement processes and construction project lifecycles
• Experience helping to establish or improve financial processes and reporting frameworks
• Ability to mentor or guide junior team members

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule: typically 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
• Primarily office-based role with minimal field or site requirements
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams supporting project delivery

Additional Information

• This role focuses heavily on cost visibility, forecasting accuracy, and financial insight generation
• Candidates who can bring structure to evolving processes and improve efficiency will be highly successful
• Opportunity to impact large-scale projects and influence financial decision-making