Senior Cost Analyst

Capital Projects Senior Cost AnalystThis position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office.As a Capital Projects Senior Cost Analyst, you will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting project cost performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management, and site personnel for the development of budget and cost metrics for the engineering, procurement, and construction scopes of work associated with capital infrastructure projects. Using a variety of industry and proprietary tools, you will perform the following tasks:Implement project controls tools and methodologySupport the month end closing and phase gate processes, coordination, productions, management, reporting and analysis of cost informationSupport the establishment of project original and approved budgetsWork with project stakeholders to establish cost baselinesDevelop project forecasts, utilizing estimates, schedules, purchase order open commitments, and inputs from project stakeholders. Review, explain basis for, and adjust project forecasts directly with Project Managers.Monitor and analyze actual project costs, calculate variances between actual and forecasted costs, and gather information to document variance explanations.Assemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needsAnalyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision makingInterface regularly with project management to support monitoring cost performanceThere is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetingsExperience with Accrual based project execution.We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.Essential skills and experience:Familiarity with the practical application of project controls7 or more years of experiencePost-secondary graduateCommunication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail.Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or PowerBI in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.Working knowledge in SAPValued but not required skills and experience:Related internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industryi.) AACE CCT, or PMI Equivalentii.) Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalentiii.) In lieu of Professional Designation (i. or ii.) above, has completed equivalent trainingOr in lieu of i.), ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testingTechnology & InnovationSargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.About Sargent & LundyAt Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Accident InsuranceDisability CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Back-Up DaycareFSA & HSA401(k)Pre-Tax Commuter AccountMerit Scholarship ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramCorporate Charitable Giving ProgramTuition AssistanceFirst Professional Licensure BonusEmployee Referral BonusPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work ArrangementsCompensation Range$100,019 - $152,807Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.Equal OpportunitySargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.