Cost Analyst

Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Program Management department as a Cost Analyst. You will assemble and provide information to Project Managers and Operations Management within assigned Business Units regarding project current costs, commitments, and forecasts according to strict deadlines. This includes coordinating responses from field/operations personnel and gathering information from internal accounting systems, assembling accurate reporting workbooks, and interpreting data to predict project productivity trends. Time management, multi-tasking, and adherence to deadlines are essential to the position. Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and review cost forecasts, accruals, and budgets throughout project lifecycle. Compile and analyze actual job cost data from accounting systems (Vista and VMS) and prepare forecasting workbooks. Collaborate with Project Managers to review change orders, verify committed costs, and support scope change requests. Assist in project budget setup and earned value structure development at project initiation. Communicate data and trends to Project/Operations Management clearly and in a timely manner. Support the Stage Gate Process by performing rigorous evaluations of project development and control deliverables. Conduct analysis, optimization, and reporting on assigned projects, including evaluating risk, cost, and schedule performance against multi-year budget plans. Utilize industry standard KPIs and metrics for project cost analysis such as CPI and EAC. Identify and document cost variances and recommend mitigation strategies to address potential impacts. Travel minimally on an as-needed basis. Qualifications 5+ years of project controls experience, including cash flow forecasting and analysis. Experience working both independently and in a team environment. Ability to conform to shifting priorities due to demands and timeline changes. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent communication skills to effectively interface with internal, client, and regulatory counterparts. Strong computer skills and willingness to learn and operate client-provided programs and systems. Reasoning development: ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form; strong problem-solving skills. Mathematical development: ability to perform computations involving electrical power. Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and identify issues requiring immediate attention from less urgent items; develop project plans, order resources and materials, hold job kickoff meetings, and identify changes in work scopes. Ability to examine information, facts, and data, and draw logical conclusions; perform well under pressure and act prudently concerning the safety of others. Education: Bachelor's degree required; preferred disciplines include accounting or business administration. Experience: Minimum of seven years’ Project Controls experience building and maintaining cost reports for large programs and projects. Specialized knowledge, certifications and licenses: Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Word & Excel, and Power BI; ability to create clearly written communications. Benefits & Compensation Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify. The final salary awarded for this role may vary based on factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided may be subject to change for business purposes. Company Overview Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator in power infrastructure transformation, with capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering solutions through advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and field services. Qualus also provides software and technology-enabled services and develops solutions for critical power industry challenges. The firm has over 1,800 professionals with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US. #J-18808-Ljbffr Qualus