Sr. Cost Specialist (Paramus, NJ)

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC•Paramus, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At QISG, we design and build complex renewable energy infrastructure, with a strong focus on heavy industrial projects. As a Senior Cost Specialist, you will drive cost control and financial performance across large, multi-year utility capital EPC projects, supporting work from early execution through closeout. You’ll partner closely with Project Managers, Project Controls, Engineering, and Construction teams to ensure accurate cost visibility, manage financial risk, and support data-driven decisions across complex grid infrastructure programs.

Requirements

4+ years of project cost control or project controls experience within EPC and/or heavy industrial construction.
Strong hands-on expertise in cost forecasting, budget management, change management, and cost/risk trend analysis
Experience in project-based capital environments (not manufacturing or corporate accounting)
Advanced Excel skills; experience with JDE and/or EcoSys required, Procore preferred
Ability to translate complex cost data into clear, actionable insights for project leadership
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically

Responsibilities

Track and control costs across EPC industrial projects
Manage budget vs. actuals, forecasts, and cost trends on multi-year capital programs
Develop and maintain EACs and ETCs to ensure accurate financial projections
Identify cost variances and risks early, escalating issues to project leadership
Support change management, including change orders, budget adjustments, and cost impacts
Partner with Project Managers, Operations, and technical teams to align financials with execution plans
Deliver clear cost reports, dashboards, and forecasts for leadership and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with Project Controls Execution Plans and company standards
Leverage JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI for job cost tracking and reporting
Act as a trusted cost advisor, driving continuous improvement in cost control practices