Remote Project Cost Controls Analyst – Data‑Driven FP&A

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation, sick and holiday pay

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%, with location details discussed during interviews.

You will build cost forecasts, monitor cost drivers, support SOX controls, develop analytics models, and prepare executive-ready presentations. Strong Excel, Power BI, Python or SQL skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, Data Science, or related analytical field.
• 1–3 years of experience in project controls, FP&A, or data-driven roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI, Python, and/or SQL highly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to modeling and interpretation.
• Excellent communication and ability to translate technical data into business terms.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain project-level cost forecasts with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor changes in assumptions, identify cost drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead the monthly reporting process and develop cost-tracking systems.
• Support internal controls over financial reporting to ensure Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance.
• Develop analytics models to forecast future project costs based on historical data.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Structured problem solving

Effective communication

Storytelling with data

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 analysis across solar, storage, and substation projects. The role is fully remote with periodic travel to sites up to 25%, with location details discussed during interviews.

You will build cost forecasts, monitor cost drivers, support SOX controls, develop analytics models, and prepare executive-ready presentations. Strong Excel, Power BI, Python or SQL skills are required.