Onsite Cost Analyst – Data Center Construction

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Performance bonuses

401k

Job summary

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR) is seeking a Cost Analyst for a large data center project in Greater Atlanta, GA. The role requires 5+ years of cost control experience to manage budgets, baselines, and forecasts onsite.

The Cost Analyst will partner with project management, field operations, scheduling, and subcontractors to ensure alignment of budget, scope, and schedule while supporting change management and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost control experience on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience with cost baseline development and maintenance.
• Experience with CBS/WBS and EAC/ETC processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and control project budgets and baselines aligned with scope and schedule.
• Track subcontractor commitments, POs, expenditures and cost exposures for accurate reporting.
• Monitor productivity, labor performance, and cost impacts with field teams.
• Prepare cost reports with variances, trends, and forecasts.
• Develop forward-looking cost projections including EAC/ETC and updated forecasts.
• Support change events and scope growth with cost impacts and pricing inputs.
• Prepare cash flow projections based on forecast spend and procurement timelines.
• Assist procurement and buyout activities with pricing reviews and bid evaluations.

Skills

Cost control

Budgeting

Forecasting

CBS/WBS

EAC/ETC

Change management

Procurement

Cash flow analysis

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR) is seeking a Cost Analyst for a large data center project in Greater Atlanta, GA. The role requires 5+ years of cost control experience to manage budgets, baselines, and forecasts onsite.

The Cost Analyst will partner with project management, field operations, scheduling, and subcontractors to ensure alignment of budget, scope, and schedule while supporting change management and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.