Remote Project Cost Controls Analyst

SOLV Energy; Washington (Washington County); 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 utility-scale solar, storage, and substation projects. This fully remote role includes periodic site visits (up to 25%) and involves forecasting costs, tracking performance, and supporting decision-making.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and 1–3 years in project controls, FP&A, or data roles, with strong Excel and experience in Power BI, Python, and SQL.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain project-level cost forecasts with cross-functional teams.
• Develop internal controls over financial reporting per Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
• Implement analytics models to forecast future project costs from historical data.
• Analyze project performance trends and identify drivers of variance across cost, schedule, and resources.
• Synthesize data into executive-ready decks and clear business narratives for leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Finance/Economics

Tools

Power BI

Python

SQL

Excel

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking a Project Cost Controls Analyst to deliver data-driven financial analysis across utility-scale solar, storage, and substation projects. This fully remote role includes periodic site visits (up to 25%) and involves forecasting costs, tracking performance, and supporting decision-making.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and 1–3 years in project controls, FP&A, or data roles, with strong Excel and experience in Power BI, Python, and SQL.