Data Center Operations Cost Analyst

CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI. Built for pioneers by pioneers, CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology, tools, and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs, startups, and global enterprises, CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017, CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at .What You'll Do:The DC Program and Cost Management team is the operational planning team responsible for the program and cost management across the entire lifecycle of CoreWeave's data centers, ensuring strategic program objectives are translated into successful outcomes and the cost structure of building and managing data centers is optimized.About the role: As a DC Ops Cost Analyst, you will support data center construction cost planning, forecasting, and control processes from feasibility through final closeout. On a day-to-day basis, you will dive into cost models, benchmarking data, and project timelines to ensure capital efficiency across our infrastructure investments. You will collaborate closely with internal engineering teams and external cost consultants to maintain accurate program-level forecasts and enforce financial controls. Additionally, you will prepare detailed estimates and commercial risk assessments to empower leadership with actionable insights for location strategy and deployment decisions.Support pre-construction budgeting and cost modeling activities to help optimize capital efficiency.Help implement and maintain financial controls and leadership reporting mechanisms.Assist in developing and maintaining program-level cost forecasts across multiple projects and regions.Prepare cost estimates and support commercial risk assessments to help inform location strategy and investment decisions.Research and compile benchmarking data on construction costs, escalation trends, and market rates across regions.Coordinate with internal cost control resources and external cost consultants to help ensure consistency and quality.Who You Are:5+ years of experience in cost management, construction cost planning, and analysis.2+ years of hands-on experience with data center deployment, infrastructure project implementation, or cost management in a data center environment.Working knowledge of cost management, construction cost planning, and analysis.Exposure to data center deployment, infrastructure project implementation, or cost management within a data center environment.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to support analysis and help identify cost drivers for leadership decision support.Preferred:Exposure to Data Center Infrastructure and GPU-based technologies.Familiarity with software tools such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Maximo, Tableau, AutoCAD Construction Cloud, Procore, Sunbird, Asana, SiteTracker or building analytics/AI platforms.Wondering if you're a good fit?We believe in investing in our people and value candidates who can bring their diverse experiences to our teams -- even if you aren't a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we've found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you, we'd love to talk.You love supporting complex, multi-team technology and operational initiatives.You're curious about interpreting technical data, mapping workflows, and driving continuous process improvements.You're detail-oriented in tracking project timelines, resource planning, and ensuring clear communication with stakeholders.Why CoreWeave?At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We're in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. We're not afraid of a little chaos, and we're constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:Be Curious at Your CoreAct Like an OwnerEmpower EmployeesDeliver Best-in-Class Client ExperiencesAchieve More TogetherWe support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for take off, the growth opportunities within the organization are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us!The base salary range for this role is $108,000 to $143,000. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).What We OfferThe range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location.In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs. The benefits below reflect our US-based offerings for full-time employees; for roles in other locations, benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include:Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeaveCompany-paid Life Insurance Voluntary supplemental life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Flexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountTuition Reimbursement Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health Family-Forming support provided by CarrotPaid Parental Leave Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside401(k) with a generous employer matchFlexible PTOCatered lunch each day in our office and data center locationsA casual work environmentA work culture focused on innovative disruptionCalifornia ApplicantsCalifornia Consumer Privacy Act Equal Opportunity & AccommodationsCoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: View email address on click.appcast.io Control ComplianceThis position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.