Lead Cost Specialist

WorleyParsons; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Lead Cost Specialist for an on-site, full-time role based near Austin, Texas. The position involves coordinating cost analysis activities and ensuring accurate cost reporting across major projects, while guiding staff on technical matters.

The ideal candidate has a university degree or equivalent and is recognized as a cost analytics specialist capable of liaising with project management and clients. On-site deployment emphasizes hands-on project controls leadership.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in related field or applicable discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Recognized as a specialist, providing consultation to others.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the overall cost analysis activities on one or more major complex projects; ensuring quality and accuracy of project cost reports.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and review work for technical accuracy and adequacy; plan, control & report on project work.

Skills

Cost analysis

Project controls

Cost reporting

Staff guidance

Education

University Degree

Job description

Lead Cost Specialist - AUS009O

Company : Worley

Primary Location

USA-TX-Austin

Job

Project Controls

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type : Employee

Job Posting

Jul 30, 2026

Unposting Date

Aug 30, 2026

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Coordinate the overall cost analysis activities on one or more major complex projects; assuming responsibility for preparation, quality and accuracy of project cost reports; establishing liaison with project management and clients on all matters relating to cost control; making periodic site visits to verify field cost reporting; assigning and reviewing work of subordinate cost analysis staff.

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Bastrop, Texas, roughly 30 miles outside of Austin, TX.

• Proactively sets priorities related to complex situations having multi-project and/or organizational impact. Contributions are primarily technical rather than managerial. May be involved in guiding strategies.
• Works with self-initiated interaction with supervisor and self-initiated technical guidance. Influence over duties. Work is assigned only in terms of broad objectives to be accomplished, and is reviewed for policy, soundness of approach and general effectiveness. Work is reviewed to ensure conformity with policy and for coordination of other company departments.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and may assign work. Reviews work for technical accuracy and adequacy. Plans, controls & reports on project work. May have direct reports and may make recommendations concerning selection, training, rating and discipline of staff.

Qualifications:

• University Degree, or equivalent, in related field or applicable discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Relevant experience. Recognized as a specialist, providing consultation to others.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.