Project Controller / Cost Analyst

FindTalent

  • Allentown, Pennsylvania
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    FindTalent is seeking a Project Controller / Cost Analyst to support financial oversight, cost management, and project controls for Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects in the Allentown, PA area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project cost controls, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis , supporting large-scale utility or infrastructure projects.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAllentown, Pennsylvania

    Description

    FindTalent is seeking a Project Controller / Cost Analyst to support financial oversight, cost management, and project controls for Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects in the Allentown, PA area. This is a hybrid position, requiring 2–3 days in the office per week, with the remainder remote.

    The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project cost controls, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, supporting large-scale utility or infrastructure projects. This role is critical in ensuring projects are delivered on budget and aligned with financial objectives.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking across multiple T&D projects.
    • Perform cost variance analysis, earned value management (EVM), and financial reporting.
    • Support project billing, invoicing, and change order management.
    • Collaborate with project managers, schedulers, and field teams to ensure accurate cost data and reporting.
    • Analyze project financial performance and provide insights for cost optimization and risk mitigation.
    • Maintain and update cost control systems, reports, and dashboards.
    • Assist with contract review and ensure financial compliance with project requirements.

    Key Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field preferred.
    • 3–7 years of experience in project controls with a strong focus on cost management / financial analysis.
    • Experience supporting utility, transmission & distribution, or infrastructure projects preferred.
    • Proficiency in Excel, and experience with cost management systems such as SAP, Oracle, JDE, or similar.
    • Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and cost forecasting methodologies.
    • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
    • Ability to work 2–3 days per week in the Allentown office and collaborate in a hybrid environment.

    Why Apply?
    Join a team delivering high-impact utility and infrastructure projects in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. This role offers competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long-term career growth within project controls and financial management.

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