Strategic Cost Analyst, Project Controls

Quanta Services, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Learning & development

Job summary

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking a Cost Analyst to serve as a strategic link between project operations and regional finance, providing detailed cost tracking, performance analysis, and forecasting insights across the project lifecycle.

You will partner with project managers to review costs, support earned value reporting, and collaborate with accounting and field operations to ensure accurate cost coding, accruals, and revenue recognition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cost analysis, project controls, or financial analysis, preferable in construction or utility contracting.
• Strong understanding of earned value management (EVM) and project cost tracking principles.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP, EcoSys or equivalent).
• Excellent analytical and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both field operations and finance teams.
• Knowledge of construction industry metrics (labor productivity, unit cost, burn rates, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with project managers to review cost reports, budgets, and forecasts, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Monitor and analyze labor, equipment, subcontract, and material costs for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in preparing earned value and production tracking reports; support monthly cost-to-complete and margin forecasts.
• Review project invoices for accuracy, appropriate coding, and compliance with contract terms and cost controls.
• Work closely with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate cost coding, accruals, and revenue recognition.
• Assist in developing dashboards and reports to communicate project performance to regional leadership.
• Support audits, month-end close, and management reporting cycles.
• Continuously improve cost reporting tools and processes to enhance visibility and accuracy across projects.

Skills

Cost analysis

Project controls

Earned value management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (JDE / SAP / EcoSys)

Excel

Job description

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking a Cost Analyst to serve as a strategic link between project operations and regional finance, providing detailed cost tracking, performance analysis, and forecasting insights across the project lifecycle.

You will partner with project managers to review costs, support earned value reporting, and collaborate with accounting and field operations to ensure accurate cost coding, accruals, and revenue recognition.