Cost Specialist (Engineering & Construction) - Tulsa, OK

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Generous PTO & paid holidays

401(k) with a generous match

Comprehensive benefits

Weekly pay

Great mentoring & career growth opportunities

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group is looking for a Cost Specialist in Tulsa, OK. This role focuses on tracking, analyzing, and controlling costs for EPC projects in utility and renewable energy sectors. Successful candidates will have over 2 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills.

You will manage budgets, monitor cost deviations, and support financial reporting while utilizing tools like Excel and JDE. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including PTO, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of project cost control or project controls experience in EPC, construction, utilities, or energy.
• Hands-on expertise in cost forecasting, budget control, and cost/risk analysis.
• Ability to translate complex cost data into clear insights.

Responsibilities

• Track and analyze costs for EPC energy and utility projects.
• Manage budgets and forecasts across multi-year projects.
• Prepare clear cost reports and forecasts for stakeholders.

Skills

Cost forecasting

Budget control

Change management

Cost/risk analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Project-based environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance

Tools

JDE

EcoSys

Procore

Power BI

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

At QISG, we don’t just deliver infrastructure projects—we deliver complex EPC solutions that power industries and connect communities. As a Cost Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in transforming data into insights that keep our utility and renewable energy infrastructure projects on track, on budget, and built for long-term success.

Work Location:Onsite – Monday–Friday18 S. Lewis Ave., Tulsa, OK 74104

What You'll Do

• Track, analyze, and control costs for EPC energy and utility infrastructure projects, including transmission, substations, and renewables
• Manage budgets, forecasts, EACs, and ETCs across multi-year projects
• Monitor cost deviations, trends, and risks, escalating issues proactively
• Support change management, including change orders, budget transfers, and cost impacts
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Operations, and technical teams to align financials with execution plans
• Prepare clear cost reports, dashboards, and forecasts for leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with Project Controls Execution Plans and company standards
• Leverage JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI for accurate job cost tracking
• Act as a trusted cost advisor, driving continuous improvement in project financial performance

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of project cost control, job costing, or project controls experience within EPC, construction, utilities, or energy/infrastructure projects
• Hands-on expertise in cost forecasting, budget control, change management, and cost/risk analysis
• Experience in project-based environments (not manufacturing or corporate accounting)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with JDE and/or EcoSys, Procore preferred
• Ability to translate complex cost data into clear, actionable insights
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or equivalent experience
• Willing to travel up to 10% domestically

What You'll Get

• Competitive base salary
• Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance
• 401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future
• Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation
• Great mentoring & career growth opportunities – we invest in your development#LI-SM1

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.