Remote Project Cost Controls Analyst

SOLV Energy; Georgia; On-site; USD 77,866 - 97,333; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a Project Cost Controls Analyst to deliver data‑driven financial and strategic analysis across projects. This fully remote role requires periodic site travel up to 25%, with location details discussed during the interview process.

Responsibilities include building cost forecasts, budgeting support, variance analysis, and creating executive‑ready presentations that translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field (Engineering, Finance, Economics, Data Science).
• 1–3 years in project controls, FP&A, or data‑driven roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Power BI, Python, or SQL preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with structured modeling.
• Ability to translate data into business insights for senior leadership.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain project‑level cost forecasts; monitor changes in assumptions; lead monthly reporting.
• Assist in internal controls over financial reporting per Sarbanes‑Oxley Act.
• Develop analytics models to forecast future project cost from historical data.
• Assist with budgeting processes; ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Analyze cost and schedule variance and identify drivers.
• Create executive decks highlighting trends and metrics.
• Translate variance drivers into clear business narratives for leadership.
• Engage field teams to understand challenges and propose improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, Data Science, or related analytical field

Tools

Power BI

Python

SQL

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking a Project Cost Controls Analyst to deliver data‑driven financial and strategic analysis across projects. This fully remote role requires periodic site travel up to 25%, with location details discussed during the interview process.

Responsibilities include building cost forecasts, budgeting support, variance analysis, and creating executive‑ready presentations that translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership.