Project Controls - Cost Development Advisor

Terravanta Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Terravanta Inc. seeks experienced Project Controls professionals to support complex energy and infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and reporting with a focus on financial health across multi-year programs.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in project controls, construction management, and electric utility projects, plus proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power BI. Flexible work-from-home options are available.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree or equivalent experience.
• Finance, Accounting, or Mathematical background.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Cost Controls, Cost Management, or Project Controls.
• Experience using Microsoft software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and SAP or similar ERP; Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Budgeting and Forecasting: support budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and reporting.
• Cost Controls & Financial Analysis: perform detailed cost control analyses and forecasts.
• Reporting & Industry Knowledge: develop dashboards and reports for project and portfolio performance; stay current with industry trends.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Adaptability

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Power BI

Visio

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

About us

Terravanta is a certified woman- and minority-owned business providing project management, engineering, and sustainable solutions across the energy, transportation, aviation, and education sectors. We are committed to quality, excellence, and proactive problem-solving, helping clients achieve successful outcomes at every stage of project delivery.

At Terravanta, we value our people, foster a collaborative and inclusive culture, and provide opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Guided by our commitment to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and responsible business practices, we create lasting value for both our clients and the communities we serve. Through community engagement, partnerships, and service, we strive to make a positive difference beyond our projects. At Terravanta, you'll be part of a purpose-driven team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and building stronger, more sustainable communities.

About this role

Terravanta is seeking experienced Project Controls professionals to support complex energy and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in project management, project controls, and /or construction management with experience in electric utility performing activities in budgeting, forecasting, cost controls and reporting.

Responsibilities

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Support with budgeting and Forecasting, Cost Controls, performing financial analysis and reporting.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, cost baselines, forecasts, and expenditure plans for major and multi-year projects and programs.
• Aggregate, reconcile, and update budgets, forecasts, and spending plans across multiple funding sources, jurisdictional allocations, asset types, and cost drivers.
• Monitor project performance and identify budget variances and cost trends.
• Stay up to date on project controls innovations, industry standards, and participate in industry forums as expert in the industry.

Cost Controls & Financial Analysis

• Perform detailed cost control analysis, including:
• Budget vs. Actual analysis
• Commitments and accruals tracking
• Contingency management
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Cost-per-unit analysis
• Cost impact assessments
• Conduct research, data collection, validation, and analysis to support project financial health and performance.

Reporting & Industry Knowledge

• Prepare and present reports, dashboards, recommendations, and alternatives that support project and business decision-making.
• Develop cost forecasts and provide insights to manage project costs, schedules, and risks.
• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards and reporting tools for project and portfolio performance.
• Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, best practices, and innovations to support continuous improvement and project excellence.

Requirements

• A combination of education, training, and experience, generally equivalent to those typically possessed by a 4-year college graduate
• Finance, Accounting, or Mathematical background
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Cost Controls, Cost Management, or Project Controls.
• Experience using Microsoft software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio) and SAP or similar Enterprise Resource Solutions application. Power BI
• Electric Utility experience

Core Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Critical thinking and analytical capability
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills
• Adaptability in dynamic project environments
• High attention to detail and organizational skills

Flexible work from home options available.