Senior Cost Analyst

Insight Global; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Cost Analyst for a fully remote, long-term contract with a nationwide client in the utility sector. You will oversee cost controls, forecasting, and reporting for multiple high-value projects, including EPC coordination and change orders.

The role requires deep SAP knowledge (PR/PO and GL reporting), advanced Excel skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with project managers, buyers, and vendors across all organization levels.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a Project Cost Analyst role
• Strong background in oil & gas, renewables or large-scale utility projects
• Experience managing costs and forecasts for projects $100M+; familiarity with portfolios up to $11B
• Proficient in SAP (PR/PO and general ledger reporting), advanced Excel/spreadsheet skills, and data analysis
• Reporting: produce accurate, timely forecasts and explain variances; ad hoc reporting
• Understanding of EPC contract structures and change order processes
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels within the organization

Responsibilities

• Manage cost controls and forecasting for 2–3 large projects (typically $100M–$3B+)
• Prepare and deliver ad hoc and scheduled reports, including variance analysis and explanations
• Support EPC contract management and change order processes
• Collaborate with project managers, buyers, and vendors to ensure accurate PO and PR processing
• Maintain a strong understanding of SAP processes, especially for PR/PO creation and general ledger reporting

Skills

Cost analysis

Forecasting

SAP PR/PO

Excel advanced

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: Fully Remote, must be comfortable working off of CST/MST time zones

Duration: W2 12-month contract with continuous, long-term 12-month extensions. Projects slated to last for the next 3-5 years.

Pay Rate: $60-68/hr

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in a Project Cost Analyst role
• Strong background in oil & gas, renewables (wind/solar), or large-scale utility projects.
• Experience managing costs and forecasts for projects $100M+; familiarity with portfolios up to $11B.
• Proficient in SAP (especially PR/PO and general ledger reporting), advanced Excel/spreadsheet skills, and data analysis.
• Reporting: Ability to produce accurate, timely forecasts and explain variances; experience with ad hoc reporting.
• Understanding of EPC contract structures and change order processes.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels within the organization

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience with wind/solar farm projects.
• Background in construction management or similar fields.
• Experience in large organizations with complex project portfolios.

Job Description

An employer is looking for a Sr. Cost Analyst to join one of our top Utility clients in the Nation on their Fixed Asset team. The Senior Cost Analyst will support large-scale utility construction and renewables projects, focusing on cost controls, forecasting, and reporting. This role is critical for managing complex, high-value portfolios and ensuring accurate, timely financial analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cost controls and forecasting for 2–3 large projects (typically $100M–$3B+).
• Prepare and deliver ad hoc and scheduled reports, including variance analysis and explanations.
• Support EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) contract management and change order processes.
• Collaborate with project managers, buyers, and vendors to ensure accurate PO (Purchase Order) and PR (Purchase Requisition) processing.
• Maintain a strong understanding of SAP processes, especially for PR/PO creation and general ledger reporting.