Description
WSP is seeking a Cost Analyst to join our Project Controls team. The successful candidate will be involved in projects and work with our Project Controls & Technology Team to meet client objectives and solve challenges.
Your Impact
As a Cost Analyst, you will:
- Support the Project Manager and Cost Control Manager in day-to-day administration of cost control, budgeting, and change management activities.
- Assist in developing and maintaining 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 Project 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.
- Generate regular cost reports, summaries, and dashboards for review by the Cost Control Manager and Program Management Office (PMO).
- Assist in reviewing and processing 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 preparing memos, presentations, and client deliverables, including basic charts, tables, and financial summaries.
Who You Are
To be considered, you must have:
- A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent).
- 5-7 years of experience in Project Controls, Financial Controls, Finance, or Accounting, including experience leading a team of professionals.
- Experience in the Power & Energy industry.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple projects.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint, Adobe Design, and Publisher.
Benefits
WSP offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and paid parental leave.
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is $110,000-130,000 per year.