Project Cost Controls Specialist | Denver, CO

Quanta Environmental Solutions; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanta Government Solutions (QISG) seeks a Project Cost Controls Specialist to own costs from budget through completion on EPC energy and utility projects in North America. You’ll analyze costs, forecast outcomes, track variances, and provide actionable recovery plans to Project Managers and leaders.

The role requires 5–10+ years in cost management for EPC projects, strong skills in forecasting, risk analysis, and cost reporting.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of cost management and project controls for EPC projects.
• Forecasting, cost control, change management, and risk analysis.
• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for project teams and leadership.
• Proficient with JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI.
• Travel up to 15% domestically.

Responsibilities

• Track, analyze, and control project costs for EPC energy and utility projects.
• Monitor budgets, actual costs, forecasts and cost trends.
• Develop Estimates at Completion (EAC) and ETC to support forecasting.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) to evaluate performance and variances.
• Identify cost risks and deviations; escalate issues to leadership.
• Support change management activities and budget transfers.
• Collaborate with PMs and operations to align financials with plans.
• Prepare cost reports, dashboards, and forecasts for leadership.
• Ensure compliance with processes and standards; support plans.
• Utilize JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI for tracking.

Skills

Forecasting

Cost control

Change management

Risk analysis

Clear insights

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Finance

Tools

JDE

EcoSys

Procore

Excel

Power BI

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

Cost Specialist

Hiring Mid & Senior Cost Specialists

On-site: Monday–Friday | Approximately 15% domestic travelLocation: QISG Denver Office – 1050 17th St, Denver, CO 80265

Own the numbers behind projects that power the country. As a Project Cost Controls Specialist, you’ll have a direct impact on the financial success of major utility, power generation, transmission, substation, and renewable energy projects across North America.

You’ll own project costs from budget through completion—building and maintaining budgets, tracking actuals, forecasting final costs, identifying risks, and helping project teams stay on plan. You’ll work directly with Project Managers and Operations leaders, turning project financial data into clear insights and actionable recovery plans.

What You'll Do

• Track, analyze, and control project costs for EPC energy and utility infrastructure projects, including transmission, substations, renewables, and utility construction.
• Monitor project budgets, actual costs, forecasts, and cost trends across complex, multi-year projects.
• Develop and maintain Estimates at Completion (EAC) and Estimates to Complete (ETC) to support accurate project forecasting.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles (highly preferred) to evaluate project performance, identify cost/schedule variances, and support proactive decision-making.
• Identify cost risks, trends, and deviations while escalating potential issues to Project Managers and leadership.
• Support change management activities, including change orders, budget transfers, and evaluation of cost impacts.
• Partner with Project Managers, Operations Directors, and technical teams to align financial performance with project execution plans.
• Prepare accurate cost reports, dashboards, and forecasts for leadership and project stakeholders.
• Support Project Controls Execution Plans and ensure compliance with company processes and standards.
• Utilize tools such as JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI for job cost tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Act as a trusted cost control resource for assigned projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• 5-10+ years of experience in cost management and project controls for EPC projects
• Skilled in forecasting, cost control, change management, and risk analysis
• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for project teams and leadership
• Proficient with JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Finance, or equivalent experience
• Willing to travel up to 15% domestically

What You'll Get

• Competitive base salary
• Generous PTO & paid holidaysto maintain work-life balance
• 401(k) with a generous matchto plan for your future
• Comprehensive benefits– medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Weekly payfor consistent, reliable compensation
• Great mentoring & career growth opportunities– we invest in your development#LI-SM1

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $73,600.00/Yr. - USD $150,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.