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Project Cost Controller

$140k - $180k

Insight Global

Insight Global is seeking a Project Cost Engineer / Cost Controls Engineer to support project financial performance through cost tracking, forecasting, earned value management, and reporting. This role works closely with project leadership and operations teams to ensure accurate cost control processes and provide actionable insights for decision-making.

Annual Salary Range: $140k/year - $180k/year

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to View email address on click.appcast.io learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy:


Required Skills & Experience
- Must have at least 5 years of experience
- Must come from a construction background
- Knowledge of earned value management principles and cost control processes.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and project reporting.


Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in heavy civil, infrastructure, transportation, or large-scale construction projects.
- Proficiency with JD Edwards or similar ERP/accounting systems preferred.


Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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