Project Cost Analyst

Iris Energy; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Relocation allowance

Professional development

Company events

Job summary

IREN is seeking a Project Cost Analyst to own the development and maintenance of integrated schedules and cost controls for large-scale data center projects, bridging construction, engineering, and advanced cooling and power tech.

You will govern the cost baseline, manage WBS, produce cash flows and forecasts, and support lender draws while ensuring SOX compliance. The role requires a 3–6 year background in project controls on capital construction and certification expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related field (equivalent experience considered).
• 3–6 years of project controls or cost engineering on large-scale capital construction ($50M+).
• Experience maintaining budgets, WBS structures, and Capex workflows.
• Proficiency with cost management or PMIS platforms (Primavera P6, SAP, Procore, e-Builder or similar).
• Strong Excel skills; Power BI or Tableau a plus.
• Understanding of construction contracts (GMP, lump sum, IDIQ) and cost-at-completion forecasting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience in a fast-paced hyperscale construction environment with multi-project demands.
• Experience in datacenter, energy infrastructure, oil & gas, or hyperscale construction projects.
• PMI-SP, AACE CCP, CEP, or PSP certification, or active pursuit thereof.
• Experience with Earned Value Management and EVM reporting systems.
• Familiarity with construction loan draw processes and lender-side reporting.

Responsibilities

• Govern the project cost baseline, WBS coding, and weekly reconciliation of commitments vs. actuals across all cost systems. Produce cash flow models, rolling forecasts, EAC reports, and executive-ready variance dashboards integrating schedule and cost data.
• Own the end-to-end AFE and Capex authorization process — from package preparation through board-level sign-off and lender draw support.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit readiness throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project controls

Cost engineering

Budget management

Financial forecasting

Data presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6/EPPM

SAP

Procore

e-Builder

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time |Location: Fort Worth , TX |Department: Construction |Reporting to: Senior Project Controls Specialist | Work Location Type: #onsite

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, deliverlarge-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN's verticallyintegrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connectedland and data centers in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC.

The Project Cost Analystis a key contributor to the delivery of large-scale, mission-critical data center projects supporting next-generation, high-performance compute infrastructure. This role owns the development and maintenance of integrated schedules and cost controls that enable informed, real-time decision-making across complex construction programs. You will work at the intersection of construction, engineering, and advanced cooling and power technologies—helping deliver some of the most technically sophisticated facilities in the industry.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our own data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance computer. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but should be done in the right way - responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related field. Equivalent experience considered.
• 3–6 years of project controls or cost engineering experience on large-scale capital construction projects ($50M+).
• Demonstrated experience maintaining project budgets, WBS structures, and managing Capex approval workflows.
• Proficiency with cost management or PMIS platforms (Oracle Primavera P6/EPPM, SAP, Procore, e-Builder, or similar).
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, financialmodeling); Power BI or Tableau a plus.
• Solid understanding of construction contracts (GMP, lump sum, IDIQ), change order management, and cost-at-completion forecasting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hyperscale construction environment with concurrent multi-project demands.
• Experience in datacenter, energy infrastructure, oil & gas, or hyperscale construction projects.
• PMI-SP, AACE CCP, CEP, or PSP certification, or active pursuit thereof.
• Experience with Earned Value Management and EVM reporting systems.
• Familiarity with construction loan draw processes and lender-side reporting.

Job responsibilities

• Govern the project cost baseline, WBS coding, and weekly reconciliation of commitments vs. actuals across all cost systems. Produce cash flow models, rolling forecasts, EAC reports, and executive-ready variance dashboards integrating schedule and cost data.
• Own the end-to-end AFE and Capex authorization process — from package preparation through board-level sign-off and lender draw support.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit readiness throughout the project lifecycle.

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment to Proceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long-term growth.

Compensation

• Competitive wages based on experience
• 15% night-shift premium for eligible roles, when applicable
• Overtime compensation for non-exempt workers for hours worked over 40 per week
• Relocation and Living-out-allowance (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums(medical, dental, and vision)for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement &FinancialWealth

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off &Leave Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community &Culture

• Company events and team-building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation.

IE US Operations, Inc. “IREN”participatesin E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that youare authorized towork in the United States.

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