Remote Project Cost Controls Analyst

SOLV Energy; North Dakota; 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 analysis across solar, storage, and substation projects. The role is fully remote with periodic travel to sites up to 25%, and location details discussed in interview.

You will build cost forecasts, support internal controls over financial reporting, and develop analytics models to forecast project costs. Strong Excel, BI, and scripting skills are required to translate data into actionable leadership insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related analytical field.
• 1–3 years of experience in project controls, FP&A, or data-driven roles.
• Strong Excel skills; experience with Power BI, Python, or SQL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain project-level cost forecasts with cross-functional teams.
• Support internal controls over financial reporting per Sarbanes‑Oxley Act.
• Develop analytics models to forecast future project costs from historical data.
• Assist with budgeting processes and cost tracking across the department.
• Analyze cost performance trends and identify drivers of variance.
• Conduct root-cause analyses and inform mitigation strategies with leadership.
• Create executive-ready decks highlighting trends and recommendations.
• Translate variance drivers into clear business narratives for senior leadership.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Python

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Finance/Economics/Data Science

Tools

SQL

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking a Project Cost Controls Analyst to deliver data-driven financial analysis across solar, storage, and substation projects. The role is fully remote with periodic travel to sites up to 25%, and location details discussed in interview.

You will build cost forecasts, support internal controls over financial reporting, and develop analytics models to forecast project costs. Strong Excel, BI, and scripting skills are required to translate data into actionable leadership insights.