Cost Controller/Budge Analyst

WSP • St. Louis, MO

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Cost Controller / Budget Analyst to
join our Project Controls team. This role can be based in WSP offices in Chicago
/ Minneapolis / St. Louis / Philadelphia / Denver / Salt Lake City / Boise. This
is a hybrid position that might require monthly travel.

Be involved in projects with our Project Controls & Technology Team and be a
part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves
their challenges.

Requirements

• BA/BS Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent)
• 10 years’ experience in either Project Controls, Financial Controls, Finance, or Accounting including experience leading a team of professionals
• Power & Energy industry experience required
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Confident self-starter with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment
• Attention to detail and organization while working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and produce project deliverables
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, contractors, and clients
• Skilled at building and sustaining relationships with all stakeholders
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to prioritize workload and deliverables
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint, Adobe Design and Publisher

Responsibilities

• Support the Cost Control Manager in the day-to-day administration of cost control, budgeting, and change management activities.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of project and program budget forecasts, cash flows, and expenditure tracking.
• Monitor contractor and consultant costs against approved budgets and flag variances or issues for review and resolution.
• Track and log cost-related project changes, assist with analysis, and provide input for recommendations to the Cost Control Manager and Program Manager.
• Prepare and update cost estimates, financial forecasts, and funding requests under the direction of senior project controls staff.
• Maintain financial models and tracking tools to monitor cost allocations across project elements.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of acquisition and reimbursement packages in coordination with the finance team.
• Generate regular cost reports, summaries, and dashboards for review by the Cost Control Manager and Program Management Office (PMO).
• Support the use and administration of the Cost Management System (e.g., Autodesk), including data entry, updates, and report generation.
• Contribute to change management documentation by logging and tracking potential changes and approved change orders.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as Finance, Budget, and Procurement to support reconciliation and audit readiness.
• Assist in the review and processing of contractor/vendor invoices and track payment status to ensure alignment with contractual and financial requirements.
• Provide supporting documentation and analysis for project accounting functions, including cost accruals and cost-to-complete evaluations.
• Assist in the preparation of memos, presentations, and client deliverables, including basic charts, tables, and financial summaries.

Benefits

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees