Senior Project Controls Cost Analyst – Complex Projects

cw; Fogelsville (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 111,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield seeks a Senior Project Controls Cost Analyst to lead cost management on complex capital projects within a matrixed environment. You will forecast, analyze variances, assess risks, and support earned value, change management, and scenario analyses, while mentoring junior staff and presenting to clients.

The role emphasizes strong communication skills and expertise in project controls software. Competitive benefits and relocation considerations may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related field.
• Five or more years of related cost/schedule management experience on capital projects.
• Experience in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Expertise with cost and schedule management software.
• Experience in construction, life sciences, data centers, or related fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead project-level cost management.
• Prepare forecasts, variance analysis, and risk assessments.
• Support earned value, change management, and scenario analysis.
• Serve as a key contributor in client meetings.
• Review work products prepared by junior staff.
• Support development of project controls plans and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Client meetings

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related field

Tools

Cost and schedule management software

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield seeks a Senior Project Controls Cost Analyst to lead cost management on complex capital projects within a matrixed environment. You will forecast, analyze variances, assess risks, and support earned value, change management, and scenario analyses, while mentoring junior staff and presenting to clients.

The role emphasizes strong communication skills and expertise in project controls software. Competitive benefits and relocation considerations may apply.