Principal Cost Analyst

Worley; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities to develop new skills

Collaboration with experienced professionals

Culture valuing curiosity and innovation

Job summary

WorleyParsons is seeking a Principal Cost Analyst based in Charleston, WV. This full-time role involves the preparation and management of project cost reports, establishing budgets, and collaborating with project management to control costs efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in Project Controls and strong knowledge in relevant tools such as EcoSys, along with excellent communication skills. Opportunities for career growth and exposure to complex projects are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in Project Controls.
• Proven team player with effective cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Thorough understanding of project control activities for oil and gas industries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, quality-check, and report project cost data.
• Maintain and update cost control budgets and forecasts.
• Calculate and report variances and project performance metrics.

Skills

Project Controls

EcoSys

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Principal Cost Analyst (CHA00MM)

Primary Location: USA-WV-Charleston

Job: Project Controls

Schedule: Full-time

Employment Type: Employee

Responsibilities:

• Assume responsibility for the preparation, quality, and accuracy of project cost reports; liaise with project management and clients on all matters related to cost control
• Establish, maintain, and update cost control budgets, actuals, and forecasts within Worley’s cost control system
• Develop, update, and monitor deliverable earned‑progress data and reports with engineering discipline leads
• Actively manage cost forecasts; raise, and facilitate the trend process; update forecast and cash flows
• Develop and maintain engineering and services staffing plans
• Calculate, explain, and report variances, performance, and other project metrics
• Calculate and explain value of work done
• Review and validate data with discipline leads for cost reporting data, incurred cost, earned value and forecasts
• Manage vendor budgets, commitments, invoices, and forecasting
• Support project change processes by helping create, review, and track project deviation notices and variations
• Participate and review professional services estimates
• Incorporate project accounting and financial information from Worley’s financial system
• Respond to ad hoc requests and inquiries, as required

Qualifications:

• Minimum 12 years’ progressive experience in Project Controls
• Working knowledge of EcoSys
• Proven team player with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams and to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Thorough understanding of project control activities for oil and gas downstream, midstream, or upstream onshore or offshore, mining & metals, and related industries’ projects
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• University degree, or equivalent, in a related field or applicable discipline (Engineering), or equivalent relevant experience

What You’ll Get:

• Exposure to complex, high‑profile projects that shape industries and communities
• Opportunities to develop new skills and expand your expertise
• Collaboration with experienced professionals across a global organization
• A culture that values curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement
• The ability to build a career path that aligns with your goals and ambitions