Cost Control Specialist JN -092026-181450

Goodwin Recruiting; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with 4% employer match (eligible)

Medical Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Sh

Dental & Vision Insurance - Guardian

PTO - 18 days annually

7 paid holidays

Gym reimbursement

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Cost Control Specialist in Chicago, IL to support project financial management for transmission and renewable energy projects. The role collaborates with project managers, procurement teams, and finance to track expenditures and maintain accurate budgets throughout development and construction stages.

This on-site position requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years in project controls or related finance roles, with strong forecasting and reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Construction or related field.
• 10+ years experience in project controls, PM support, or finance roles.
• Experience coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong financial reporting and cost tracking skills.
• Ability to analyze budgets and support forecasting.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain project budgets and financial forecasts.
• Prepare and update EAC forecasts for active projects.
• Perform monthly cost reporting and financial reviews with teams and leadership.
• Monitor expenditures and identify financial risks and mitigations.
• Support procurement activities including supplier setup, requisitions and POs.
• Manage invoice processing and ensure documentation accuracy.
• Track vendor and subcontractor expenditures for proper recording.
• Coordinate with teams to keep financial alignment across project lifecycle.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management.

Skills

Budget forecasting

Financial reporting

Cost tracking

Stakeholder coordination

Project controls

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle Fusion

EcoSys

Oracle Primavera

Job description

Cost Control Specialist

Location: Chicago, IL (On-Site)

A growing energy and infrastructure project management firm is seeking a Cost Control Specialist to support project financial management for transmission and renewable energy projects. This role plays a critical part in managing project budgets, maintaining accurate cost forecasts, and supporting project management teams during development and construction phases.

The Cost Control Specialist works closely with project managers, procurement teams, and financial stakeholders to ensure project expenditures are properly tracked, reported, and aligned with overall project budgets.

What You Will Do

• Manage and maintain project budgets and financial forecasts
• Prepare and update Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts for active projects
• Perform monthly cost reporting and financial reviews with project teams and leadership
• Monitor project expenditures and identify potential financial risks and mitigation strategies
• Support procurement activities including supplier setup, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders
• Manage invoice processing and ensure accurate financial documentation
• Track vendor and subcontractor expenditures to ensure project costs are properly recorded
• Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders to maintain financial alignment throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Construction, or a related field
• 10 years of experience in project controls, project management support, or finance/accounting roles
• Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders
• Strong financial reporting and cost tracking skills
• Ability to analyze project budgets and support financial forecasting
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Oracle Fusion, EcoSys, or Oracle Primavera
• Experience supporting construction, infrastructure, or energy projects
• Earned Value Management or project scheduling exposure
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Experience working in collaborative project environments

Benefits

• 401k with 4% employer match (eligible after 60 days)
• Medical Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental & Vision Insurance - Guardian
• PTO - 18 days annually with increases each year
• 7 paid holidays
• Gym reimbursement - $40
• Competitive compensation and discretionary bonus

Maribel Destito

$130,000 - $180,000