Cost Analyst

We are seeking a highly skilled Cost Analyst Consultant to support financial planning, cost estimation, and performance tracking across key projects. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel expertise, and experience with Earned Value Analysis (EVA). The ideal consultant brings both technical proficiency and the ability to clearly communicate insights to leadership and cross-functional teams. Job Title: Cost Analyst Consultant Location: Detroit, MI Pay Range: $45-47/hr Engagement Duration: ~6 months What’s the Job? Conduct detailed cost analysis, forecasting, and budgeting for ongoing and upcoming projects. Develop and maintain cost models, dashboards, and automated reporting tools using Excel , including Power Query . Perform Earned Value Analysis (EVA) to evaluate cost and schedule performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions. Collaborate with project management, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment on cost baselines and financial targets. Assist in developing work breakdown structures (WBS) and cost breakdown structures (CBS). Required Qualifications Proven experience in cost analysis, project controls, financial analysis, or a related consulting capacity. Advanced proficiency in Excel , including formulas, pivot tables, data modeling, and Power Query . Hands-on experience conducting Earned Value Analysis (EVA) and interpreting EVA metrics (CPI, SPI, EAC, VAC, etc.). Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to translate data into actionable insights. Preferred Qualifications Professional certification in cost control , such as from the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) or equivalent. Knowledge of or exposure to Primavera P6 for project scheduling and cost integration. Additional relevant AACE certifications (e.g., CCP – Certified Cost Professional , CEP – Certified Estimating Professional , EVP – Earned Value Professional ). Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, construction, or capital projects (sector-specific optional). What’s in it for me? High-Impact Work – Opportunity to solve critical cost, forecasting, and performance challenges for clients who rely directly on your expertise. Skill Network Growth – Rapid expansion of your technical capabilities and professional relationships across diverse teams and companies. If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a