Senior Project Controls & Cost Analyst — Hybrid (MA)

National Grid; Northborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid in Northborough, MA is seeking a Senior Cost Analyst to join the Major Capital Project Delivery team. You will develop, maintain, and monitor forecast and budget data for large multi-year transmission and distribution projects.

The role requires collaboration with project directors and managers, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in SAP/Procore; hybrid work schedule; salary range shown.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Masters degree a plus.
• 3+ years of work experience in Project Controls, Finance, Accounting, Project Management, or comparable field with experience supporting project execution and performance management.
• Experience with large-scale capital projects (utility/construction/infrastructure) is highly valued.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel-VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)
• Familiarity with earned value management (EVM) and related reporting standards a plus.
• Strong forecasting, budgeting and variance analysis principles.
• Valid driver's license with safe driving history per policy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project forecasts and cash flow projections for large multi-year capital projects.
• Collaborate with project team members and facilitate status meetings to ensure accurate cost data collection.
• Monitor and explain variances between forecast, budget and actual costs with actionable insights.
• Prepare and deliver regular project cost reports, including earned value metrics.
• Support project managers in identifying cost trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as liaison during contract award and execution phases to ensure proper Project Controls processes.
• Train internal and contract staff in Cost Management Processes.
• Timely processing of Cost Accruals.

Skills

Project controls

Budgeting & forecasting

Earned value management

Excel proficiency

Contract experience

Communication skills

Negotiation

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree a plus

Tools

SAP

Procore

Ariba

Job description

National Grid in Northborough, MA is seeking a Senior Cost Analyst to join the Major Capital Project Delivery team. You will develop, maintain, and monitor forecast and budget data for large multi-year transmission and distribution projects.

The role requires collaboration with project directors and managers, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in SAP/Procore; hybrid work schedule; salary range shown.