Project Cost Analyst

Build and maintain cost models, perform scenario analysis, and prepare cash flow estimates for the monthly present estimate (PE) process Analyze cost and schedule impacts of scope changes and trends, delivering presentations of numerical analysis Monitor and update project budgets and actuals, provide financial and cost reporting, perform trending analysis, and recommend corrective actions Interface with internal and external project teams on cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting Identify cost management gaps and opportunities, recommend improvements to cost engineering data standards, and track monthly spend for earned value and forecast predictability Perform forensic analysis on project spend and forecasts to ensure budget adherence Lead or assist with the Issue and Risk Register and Cost Quantitative Risk Analyses (QRAs) Use COGNOS, Power BI, Maximo, and Power Plan to perform analyses, interpret outputs, and prepare data-driven presentations Prepare documentation and technical writing for ROD requirements, prudency reviews, deposition hearings, PSC filings, Change Order processes, and other legal requirements Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and field observations Requirements B.S. in Project Management, Construction Management, an Engineering Discipline, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent work experience Direct cost analysis experience with utility projects or large ($300M+) projects Understanding of commercial agreements and contracting strategies Understanding of project schedule impacts on cost forecasting and schedule-cost integration Proficient and expert-level experience with Cognos, Power BI, Maximo, Power Plan, and Microsoft Office Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in cost analysis, project budgeting, and financial reporting for large-scale utility projects, utilizing advanced analytical tools to drive data-driven decision-making and improve cost management practices. Highest-signal resume keywords Cost Analysis Experience Cognos Proficiency Power BI Expertise Project Budget Management Forensic Analysis ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Cost Modeling Scenario Analysis Cash Flow Estimation Financial Reporting Trending Analysis Cost Control Monitoring Risk Analysis Technical Writing Data Interpretation Budget Adherence Soft Skills Presentation Skills Collaboration Problem-Solving Industry Keywords Utility Projects Cost Engineering Commercial Agreements Contracting Strategies Schedule-Cost Integration Tools & Technologies Cognos Power BI Maximo Power Plan Microsoft Office #J-18808-Ljbffr