Construction Cost & Budget Analyst

The Kent Companies; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kent Companies is looking for a detail-oriented Construction Cost Analyst to support construction and development projects in Midland, Texas. You will be responsible for preparing project budgets, tracking costs, analyzing financial performance, and developing executive-level reports.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree and possess strong construction accounting knowledge with advanced analytical skills. This role offers a chance to improve financial visibility and project profitability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction cost management or financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of construction budgets, contracts, and project accounting principles.
• Experience creating executive-level reports and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project budgets for construction projects.
• Track project expenditures against approved budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare periodic project cost forecasts and analyze historical performance.
• Improve financial controls and reporting processes.

Skills

Construction accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Financial analysis

Reporting capabilities

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Job description

The Kent Companies is looking for a detail-oriented Construction Cost Analyst to support construction and development projects in Midland, Texas. You will be responsible for preparing project budgets, tracking costs, analyzing financial performance, and developing executive-level reports.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree and possess strong construction accounting knowledge with advanced analytical skills. This role offers a chance to improve financial visibility and project profitability.