Construction Project Cost Analyst/Accounting

CBRE; Zebulon (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

A global real estate services firm in Zebulon, NC, is seeking a Project Cost Analyst to provide critical financial administration support to project management. The role involves financial modeling, documentation preparation, and cost forecasting for construction projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, up to 3 years of relevant experience, and strong Microsoft Excel skills. The position offers a hybrid schedule and benefits including health insurance and a 401(K).

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of relevant experience in financial roles.
• Basic understanding of construction project life cycle.
• Ability to perform complex financial calculations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver monthly financial activity reports.
• Process invoices and coordinate financial data transitions.
• Support Project Managers in budget management.

Skills

Financial analysis

Microsoft Office Suite

Strong MS Excel skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the Role

The Project Cost Analyst provides administrative support to the project management team. This includes documentation preparation, escalation for commitment, financial modeling, financial reconciliations, and reporting. Financial administration also includes cost forecasting, project tracking, vendor invoice coordination and follow‑up with project managers regarding administration, and financial issues on projects. This job is part of the Project Management function responsible for the management of facility construction projects from initiation through completion. The role offers a 3/2 hybrid schedule at our client location in Zebulon, NC.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, produce, and deliver monthly financial activity and cost forecasting reports for several projects managed by various project managers.
• Provide data to a master capital forecasting tool and support the customer’s capital forecasting and reporting requirements.
• Process invoices and invoice reconciliation for design and construction service projects.
• Coordinate with client organization to ensure accurate transition of financial data as projects are closed.
• Track spending and communicate the financial status and forecasts of design and construction projects.
• Develop purchase requisitions for design and construction projects.
• Act as a point of contact with internal customers, contractors, vendors and consultants on financial matters and invoicing.
• Develop ad hoc capital project analysis and project update reports on an as‑needed basis.
• Provide financial administration support to Project Managers.
• Assist project managers in capital project budget management and financial close out of projects.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and process improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Need

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance preferred with up to 3 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Experience in financial analysis and basic financial modeling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong MS Excel skills for spreadsheet development, management, modification, and analysis. Experience with SAP is a plus.
• Basic understanding of construction projects life cycle, processes, and practices.
• Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial‑related calculations.
• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mentality.

Why CBRE?

• FORTUNE 500 #126.
• FORTUNE Most Admired Company #1 in real estate for third consecutive year; Ten years in a row on the list!
• Forbes Named one of the best large employers in America and one of the World's Best Employers!
• Role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Vision Insurance.

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with Turner & Townsend PJM US LLC, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.