Entry-Level Cost Analyst – Project Controls

Day & Zimmermann; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Paid parental leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

100% paid maternity leave (up to 12 w)

Pet insurance

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann is seeking an entry-level Cost Analyst I to support basic cost, labor, quantity, and earned value data entry and reporting on advanced greenfield projects in the US. You will work under close supervision to help project teams develop foundational knowledge of controls processes and reporting systems.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or in progress, 0–3 years of experience (4 years if no degree), and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, finance, accounting, or related field (or in progress).
• 0-3 years of relevant experience, 4 years if no degree.
• Basic understanding of project controls, cost, and earned value terminology.
• Working knowledge of spreadsheet software and reporting tools.
• Ability to follow established processes and procedures with guidance.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills appropriate to an entry-level role.

Responsibilities

• Cost Data Entry & Validation: Perform basic labor, cost, quantity, and earned value data entry with direction from others and verify data accuracy prior to submission.
• Reporting & Documentation Support: Assemble assigned internal and external reports and contract documentation and run standard reports under supervision.
• Code of Accounts & Cost Tracking Support: Open and close codes of accounts and enter costs into proper categories using approved costing software with guidance.
• Earned Value & Progress Support: Assist project leads and superintendents with progress entry and basic earned value reporting under direction.
• Change Management & Forecasting Support: Support change order documentation, data entry, and forecasting data collection with supervision.
• Systems & Process Learning: Learn project controls systems, interfaces, and procedures and support financial system interfaces as assigned.

Job description

Day & Zimmermann is seeking an entry-level Cost Analyst I to support basic cost, labor, quantity, and earned value data entry and reporting on advanced greenfield projects in the US. You will work under close supervision to help project teams develop foundational knowledge of controls processes and reporting systems.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or in progress, 0–3 years of experience (4 years if no degree), and strong attention to detail.