Electrical Project Finance & Analytics Intern

CEC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC Companies is seeking a junior Analyst in Irving, TX, blending responsibilities of an Assistant Project Manager with strong financial ownership. The role focuses on cost control, reporting, and real-time data to support mega-scale construction projects.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years of experience in business analytics, finance, or construction-related fields and a Bachelor’s degree. Strong Excel skills and clear communication are essential for interfacing between field teams and corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Analytics, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience; internships and co-ops count; strong analytical aptitude.
• Prior experience in electrical is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Teams and Finance Team on monthly project financials: cost tracking, variance analysis, forecasting, and accurate month-end close processes.
• Maintain robust, real-time cost tracking systems and deliver reliable data that informs critical project decisions.
• Drive precise, timely project reporting to leadership and internal stakeholders.
• Perform workforce and labor analytics to optimize crew productivity, staffing plans, and labor cost control.
• Support purchasing, procurement, subcontract management, and material buyout processes.
• Contribute to planning, scheduling projections, and budgeting for multi-million-dollar scopes.
• Act as a liaison between field/project teams and corporate finance/accounting, translating on-the-ground realities into financial outcomes.
• Gain hands-on exposure to construction accounting principles, job-costing methods, percentage-of-completion reporting, and quarterly financial reporting practices.
• Develop an understanding of field-generated data points that drive project success and profitability.
• Performs other duties as needed to support projects, operations, and the department.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Analytical skills

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelors in Business/Finance/Analytics/Construction Management/Engineering

Job description

CEC Companies is seeking a junior Analyst in Irving, TX, blending responsibilities of an Assistant Project Manager with strong financial ownership. The role focuses on cost control, reporting, and real-time data to support mega-scale construction projects.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years of experience in business analytics, finance, or construction-related fields and a Bachelor’s degree. Strong Excel skills and clear communication are essential for interfacing between field teams and corporate