Senior Cost Analyst

NextDecade Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDecade Corporation in Houston is seeking a Sr. Cost Analyst to support cost management of EPC projects related to LNG Facilities. This role includes developing budgets, cost tracking, and reporting to ensure projects stay within financial parameters.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and possess over 10 years of experience in cost management for major projects. Offering a professional office environment, this position emphasizes safety and integrity within the company.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of cost management experience on major Oil & Gas or LNG projects.
• Ability to develop and manage project budgets and cost reporting.
• Experience in evaluating change orders and reviewing contractor invoices.

Responsibilities

• Convert estimates into control budgets.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and analyze project performance metrics.
• Identify adverse cost trends and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Cost management and controls

Strong knowledge of construction methods

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel

Analytical skills

Project controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP or Oracle)

PowerBi

Job description

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

This is a Sr. Cost Analyst position to support cost management of EPC Projects related to LNG Facilities. The typical cost range of these projects is from $4 billion to over $10 billion. The purpose of this role is to support implementation of comprehensive cost management system. This includes budget development, cost tracking and control, cost forecasting, performance measurement and reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Convert estimates into control budgets.
• Develop and manage detailed project budgets
• Evaluate scope changes and change orders.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and analyze project performance metrics.
• Administer cost codes and track project commitments, actuals, and accruals.
• Generate reports and performance indicators including earned value, cash flow, resource histograms, and lifecycle cost performance analysis.
• Reforecast project costs utilizing performance factors, trend analysis, and sound judgment.
• Identify adverse cost and performance trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and analyze vendor and contractor monthly invoices.
• Support the development of Class 4 and 5 EPC estimates.
• Perform Contingency analysis based on project Risk Registers and trends.
• Support bid evaluations.
• Develop project cash flow for cash calls.
• Prepare formal presentations and reports related to cost management activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or related field, with 10+ years of cost management and controls experience on major Oil & Gas, Power, or LNG projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, cost control, change management, earned value, forecasting, budgeting, and project controls throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Can lead development and management of project budgets, cost reporting, cash flow forecasting, progress measurement, performance analysis, contingency evaluations, and reforecasting activities.
• Administer cost control systems including cost coding, tracking commitments and actuals, evaluating change orders, reviewing contractor invoices, supporting bid evaluations, and identifying adverse cost trends.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, spreadsheets, charts, and presentations, with strong analytical, organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Working knowledge of PowerBi.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Travel to the project site during the construction phase may be required approximately once each month.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc. This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA‑recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.
• While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.
• The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.
• Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

• Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.
• Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.
• Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.
• Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.
• Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.
• Diversity – We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.