Project Controls Cost Analyst

Luzco Technologies•St. Louis, MO

16h

About The Position

Join LUZCO's Project Controls team to support successful engineering and construction projects. The Project Controls Cost Analyst partners with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to monitor project performance, track budgets, analyze financial data, and provide accurate forecasts throughout the project lifecycle. The role focuses on helping projects stay financially on track through meaningful analysis, reporting tools, and identification of opportunities for improvement. The analyst supports 5–6 project managers and projects at various design and construction stages.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business.
At least 4 years of related experience in project controls or construction/project management support.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think independently and make quick, sound decisions.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

Partner with 5–6 project managers to support projects at various stages of design and construction.
Develop, maintain, and update cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts.
Ensure accurate reporting and perform quality checks on project controls deliverables.
Compare schedules with financial data to verify that project timelines align.
Integrate and analyze data in Excel using formulas, pivot tables, macros, and other features.
Review upstream and downstream change orders and track budgets against purchase orders and subcontracts.
Analyze project reports, present findings, and make recommendations to the project controls team.
Serve as a technical point of contact for APMs, PMs, Lead Engineers, and Construction staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned.