APX Project Cost Lead

Westinghouse Electric; United States; Hybrid; USD 103,200 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement

Global Recognition and Service Programs

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric is looking for a Project Cost Lead to manage complex cost management and financial analysis activities. You will play a vital role in decision-making and financial performance optimization, working in a hybrid environment at the Rock Hill location. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 7 years of experience in cost analysis or finance.

This position offers a salary range of $103,200 to $129,000, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, wellness programs, and 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant cost analysis, finance, accounting, or Project Controls experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced cost management and financial analysis activities for projects.
• Analyze budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
• Compile detailed accounting records and financial data for resource requirements.
• Direct cost and budget report preparations ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Consult with managers and project team members for budget adjustments.
• Examine budget estimates for accuracy and recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret budget directives and suggest best practices for compliance.
• Align appropriations with broader funding allocations.
• Perform cost-benefit and financial analyses for funding evaluations.

Skills

Cost management

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Cost-benefit analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related discipline

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role

As a Project Cost Lead, you will lead complex cost management and financial analysis activities for projects. You will apply deep cost expertise and broad business knowledge to support decision‑making, optimize financial performance, and address complex, non‑standard issues. You will be an important contributor in critical environments and may provide team leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance. You will report to the Director of Project Excellence and be located at the Rock Hill location and can work in a hybrid environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and independently perform advanced cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities for complex programs.
• Analyze monthly departmental budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls and financial discipline.
• Compile and interpret detailed accounting records and financial data to determine funding and resource requirements.
• Direct the preparation and review of cost and budget reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Consult with managers and project team members to ensure budget adjustments align with approved program changes and evolving priorities.
• Examine budget estimates for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to procedures; recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Interpret budget directives and recommend or implement policies and best practices to perform those directives.
• Align appropriations for specific programs with broader funding allocations, including contingency and emergency funding needs.
• Perform advanced cost‑benefit and financial analyses to compare operating scenarios, evaluate funding requests, and assess alternative approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant cost analysis, finance, accounting, or Project Controls experience.

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be 103,200 to 129,000.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options.
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well‑being, including Employee Assistance Program for employees and their household members.
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement.
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays.
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work‑life balance.
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers.
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service.
• Employee Referral Program.

Values

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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