Cost Budget Analyst: Project Controls & Budgeting Lead

McKissack McKissack LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

McKissack & McKissack is seeking a seasoned Cost Budget Analyst in Dallas, TX to lead cost, scheduling, risk, and change management on large projects. You will implement a Cost Budgeting System, collaborate with project teams, and help establish operational policies and procedures.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in project controls within construction, strong Excel proficiency, and the ability to defend budgets with data-driven analyses. P6 scheduling experience is a major plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• At least 10 years of experience in project controls in the construction industry.
• P6 scheduling experience or other CPM scheduling software.
• PSP or CST certifications preferred; comparable experience acceptable.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficient in contract negotiation for change management.
• Demonstrated leadership and people-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop organizational budgets with project managers.
• Review proposals for completeness, accuracy and compliance.
• Track project funding requirements.
• Monitor project costs to date to ensure on-budget performance.
• Prepare reports and estimate future budget/funding needs.
• Defend budget recommendations with data-driven analyses.
• Assist the project team with board financial reporting and presentations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Leadership

CPM scheduling experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/Planning/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

McKissack & McKissack is seeking a seasoned Cost Budget Analyst in Dallas, TX to lead cost, scheduling, risk, and change management on large projects. You will implement a Cost Budgeting System, collaborate with project teams, and help establish operational policies and procedures.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in project controls within construction, strong Excel proficiency, and the ability to defend budgets with data-driven analyses. P6 scheduling experience is a major plus.