Infrastructure & Capital Projects- Project Cost Analyst III, Senior and Senior Lead, ANS

Accenture•Laredo, TX

64d•$86,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

As Accenture continues to grow, we have an increasing number of career opportunities available to you. Depending on the job and location, you may be directed to apply with Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects LLP or one of the following Legal entities: Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects Inc. Please note that benefits can vary by country and role. Please check with your recruiter for more information. You've Never Been Satisfied with "Good Enough." You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you'll do exactly that. You'll help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving - and do it smarter, safer, and more sustainably than ever before. You'll work alongside people who think big and act bold - project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who blend real-world experience with digital innovation and AI. Together, we're transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed, creating a better way to build for the future. Because "good enough" builds the past. You're here to build what's next, on a team that outperforms every norm. Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects THE WORK: You'll build and maintain cost models, perform scenario analysis, and prepare cash flow estimates to support the monthly present estimate (PE) process. You'll analyze cost and schedule impacts of scope changes and trends, delivering clear presentations of numerical analysis. You'll monitor and update project budgets and actuals, provide accurate financial and cost reporting, perform trending analysis, and recommend corrective actions. You'll interface with internal and external project teams to support cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting. You'll provide cost management support by identifying gaps and opportunities, recommending improvements to cost engineering data standards, and tracking monthly spend for earned value and forecast predictability. You'll perform forensic analysis on project spend and forecasts to ensure budget adherence. You'll lead or assist in developing and maintaining the Issue and Risk Register, as well as Cost Quantitative Risk Analyses (QRAs). You'll utilize COGNOS, Power BI, Maximo, and Power Plan to perform analyses, interpret outputs, and prepare data-driven presentations. You'll demonstrate strong documentation, technical writing, and organizational skills to meet ROD requirements, prudency reviews, deposition hearings, PSC filings, Change Order processes, and other legal requirements, while applying solid document management skills. You'll demonstrate commitment to safety through active participation in safety meetings, inspections, and field observations. Onsite at client site: The work location for this role is onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery and cultivate our client relationships With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

Requirements

B.S. in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering Discipline, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent work experience.
Direct cost analysis experience on Utility New Gas Power Plant project or large ($300M+) Process Industry projects
PCA III: 4+ yrs experience
Sr. PCA: 6+ yrs experience
Sr. Lead PCA: 10+ yrs experience
Understanding of commercial agreements and contracting strategies
Understanding of project schedule impact on cost forecasting and integration of schedule in cost
Proficient and expert experience level in Cognos, Power BI, Maximo, Power Plan, and Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

MBA or other advanced degree
Working knowledge of the regulatory agencies for which the projects will be governed. These include NERC/MISO/FERC/Public Service Commission/City Council, etc. where applicable.
AACEI Certified Cost Technician, AACEI Certified Cost Professional

Responsibilities

build and maintain cost models, perform scenario analysis, and prepare cash flow estimates to support the monthly present estimate (PE) process.
analyze cost and schedule impacts of scope changes and trends, delivering clear presentations of numerical analysis.
monitor and update project budgets and actuals, provide accurate financial and cost reporting, perform trending analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
interface with internal and external project teams to support cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting.
provide cost management support by identifying gaps and opportunities, recommending improvements to cost engineering data standards, and tracking monthly spend for earned value and forecast predictability.
perform forensic analysis on project spend and forecasts to ensure budget adherence.
lead or assist in developing and maintaining the Issue and Risk Register, as well as Cost Quantitative Risk Analyses (QRAs).
utilize COGNOS, Power BI, Maximo, and Power Plan to perform analyses, interpret outputs, and prepare data-driven presentations.
demonstrate strong documentation, technical writing, and organizational skills to meet ROD requirements, prudency reviews, deposition hearings, PSC filings, Change Order processes, and other legal requirements, while applying solid document management skills.
demonstrate commitment to safety through active participation in safety meetings, inspections, and field observations.