Accede Solutions Inc (accedesolution.com) · 2 months ago
Cost Analyst/ Project Control Analyst
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expAccede Solutions Inc is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to provide financial oversight and cost tracking for capital construction projects. This role involves maintaining project budgets, preparing cost reports, and ensuring compliance with financial controls.
B2BEmploymentRecruiting
Responsibilities
Develop, monitor, and maintain project cost baselines, budgets, and forecasts in coordination with Project Managers and the Central Project Controls team
Track actual costs, commitments, and accruals; analyze cost variances and trends; and identify potential overruns or savings opportunities
Prepare regular cost reports, dashboards, and variance analyses for project and program leadership to support governance and performance tracking
Ensure all financial activities align with PMO cost control procedures, reporting standards, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Construction to ensure cost data is accurate, up to date, and fully integrated with scheduling and project controls systems
Identify financial risks, forecast deviations, and anomalies early, and recommend corrective actions to maintain cost control and budget adherence
Support integration of cost and schedule data to produce earned value metrics and performance indices that reflect project health
Evaluate cost impacts associated with scope changes, contractor claims, and field modifications, ensuring proper documentation and approval
Participate in audits, financial reviews, and governance meetings to ensure accountability and transparency across all financial processes
Contribute to the enhancement of cost control tools, templates, and procedures, promoting efficiency, accuracy, and standardization across the PRP
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
3–5 years in cost control, project controls, or financial management in utilities, energy, or infrastructure. Experience in regulated industries preferred
In lieu of education requirements, 7-10 years' work experience is acceptable
Strong understanding of cost control principles, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Familiarity with PMO governance and earned value management
Proficient in cost management systems (SAP, Maximo, Estimating Tool) and scheduling tools (Primavera P6)
Skilled in financial reporting and risk identification
Effective communicator with technical teams, executives, and regulators
Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback from Project Managers, Finance, and leadership
Preferred
Experience in regulated industries
Company
Accede Solutions Inc (accedesolution.com)
Accede Solutions is a Women- and Minority-Owned staffing firm specializing in Healthcare, Life Sciences, and IT workforce solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase