Senior Cost Analyst - Capital Projects

LyondellBasell group; Channelview (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work policy

Health benefits

401(k) match

Education assistance

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

LyondellBasell seeks an experienced Analyst, Cost to join the Regional Capital Projects Control team in Channelview, TX. You will handle cost management for a portfolio of capital projects across multiple sites, contributing to accurate TIC forecasts and robust cost control processes.

The role emphasizes auditing invoices, reconciling variances, and providing reliable financial insights. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or business, and 7+ years of related experience, are preferred, with remote

Qualifications

• Typically 7+ years of Cost Analyst/Controls experience, preferably in petrochemical or refining industry projects.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills to evaluate project financial health and provide recommendations.
• Collaborative team player with interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within strict timelines and under minimal supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost management support to the Regional Capital Projects group across multiple sites.
• Maintain cost control processes and progress tracking through detailed engineering and construction phases.
• Prepare forecasts of TIC and manage invoicing audits with contractors/vendors and LYB Accounts Payable.
• Review estimates and change orders for alignment with scope and schedule; support project forecasting.
• Support project closures by reconciling GR-IR imbalances and closing POs, WBS elements.

Skills

Cost analysis

Cost controls

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Concur

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

LyondellBasell seeks an experienced Analyst, Cost to join the Regional Capital Projects Control team in Channelview, TX. You will handle cost management for a portfolio of capital projects across multiple sites, contributing to accurate TIC forecasts and robust cost control processes.

The role emphasizes auditing invoices, reconciling variances, and providing reliable financial insights. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or business, and 7+ years of related experience, are preferred, with remote