Project Cost Analyst

Summit Line Construction, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, provides utility construction and maintenance services across North America. The Project Cost Analyst supports the financial and cost-control functions of construction projects by tracking costs, maintaining budgets, preparing reports, supporting forecasts, and assisting with invoices, contracts, compliance, and audits.

What you'll do:

• Monitor and record actual project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper coding
• Enter and maintain cost data in Ecosys and other financial management systems in a timely and accurate manner
• Reconcile cost reports against budgets and flag discrepancies for review by the Project Controller
• Support weekly cost verification and financial postings
• Assist in maintaining project budgets and cost breakdowns under the direction of the Project Controller or Project Manager
• Support Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) setup and updates in coordination with the project team
• Help compile cost-to-complete estimates and monthly forecast updates
• Track production and earned value metrics to support forecasting accuracy
• Prepare routine cost reports, variance summaries, and production tracking reports for review by project leadership
• Provide basic trend analysis comparing actual costs to budgeted amounts
• Support development of dashboards and reports used to communicate project performance
• Assist with weekly and monthly reporting on cost and schedule performance

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 1-3 years of experience in cost analysis, project accounting, construction finance, or a related support role
• Working knowledge of construction accounting principles and budgeting concepts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP); exposure to JDE, SAP, EcoSys, or similar ERP/financial systems a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with field operations and finance/accounting teams
• Sit for extended periods of time
• Use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically
• Stand and walk occasionally throughout the workday
• Reach with hands and arms

Benefits:

• PTO that starts accruing DAY 1
• 401K Immediate Vesting; employer match starting same day
• Several medical plan options
• Dental and Vision benefits
• Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
• Paid Holidays
• Employee discounts, EAP and Wellness Program
• Identity Theft Protection and so much more