Strategic Cost Analyst, Project Controls Lead

WSP in the U.S.

Minneapolis (MN)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WSP is seeking a Cost Analyst to join our Project Controls team in Minneapolis, MN (also based in St. Louis, MO; Houston, TX; Kansas City, MO; Charlotte, NC). This role supports budgeting, cost control, and change management activities across projects.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in project controls/finance within the Power & Energy sector. Qualified applicants possess a BA/BS in Business, Finance, or Accounting, strong analytical abilities, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

BA/BS in Business, Finance, or Accounting.
5–7 years in Project Controls, Financial Controls, Finance, or Accounting with team leadership.
Power & Energy industry experience required.
Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
Confident self-starter in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

Support the Project Manager and Cost Control Manager in cost control, budgeting, and change management activities.
Develop and maintain project budgets, cash flows, and expenditure tracking.
Monitor contractor and consultant costs against budgets and flag variances for review.
Track cost-related project changes and provide input for recommendations.
Prepare and update cost estimates, forecasts, and funding requests.
Maintain financial models and tracking tools for cost allocations.
Generate regular cost reports and dashboards for PMO review.
Assist in review and processing of invoices and payment status.
Provide documentation for cost accruals and cost-to-complete evaluations.
Prepare memos, presentations, and client deliverables.