Worley

Home Office - Principal Cost Analyst

Worley • $100K — $130K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in finance, engineering, business, construction management, project controls, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in project cost control or analysis in engineering or energy fields.
  • Experience with EcoSys is required.
  • Demonstrated experience in cost management for large, complex capital projects.
  • Strong grasp of project controls principles, including budgeting and forecasting.
  • Advanced analytical skills to interpret complex data into actionable insights.
  • Experience in building relationships and effective communication across organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all cost analysis and control activities for large projects.
  • Prepare and validate project cost reports for accuracy and quality.
  • Develop and maintain project cost control systems and reporting structures.
  • Collaborate with project management teams on cost performance matters.
  • Monitor expenditures and forecasts to identify risks and recommend actions.
  • Analyze project performance metrics to support decision-making.
  • Conduct site visits to ensure data integrity in cost reporting.

Benefits

  • Mentoring and guidance opportunities for professional growth.
  • Collaborative environment across various disciplines.
  • Exposure to large-scale capital projects in leading industries.
Full Job Description
Purpose of the Role

You will be responsible for leading cost analysis activities across one or more major, complex projects while ensuring cost reporting is accurate, consistent, and aligned with project objectives. You will serve as a trusted advisor to project teams and clients, providing expert guidance on cost control strategies, forecasting, reporting, and performance analysis to support successful project delivery.
Core Responsibilities
  • Lead and coordinate all cost analysis and cost control activities for large, complex projects or programs.
  • Prepare, review, and validate project cost reports, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.
  • Develop and maintain project cost control systems, procedures, and reporting structures that support project execution and governance requirements.
  • Partner closely with project management teams, project controls personnel, and clients on all matters related to cost performance and reporting.
  • Monitor project expenditures, commitments, trends, and forecasts to identify risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions where required.
  • Perform detailed analysis of project performance metrics and provide insights to support decision-making and business objectives.
  • Conduct periodic site visits to validate field cost reporting, confirm data integrity, and strengthen alignment between project execution and reporting functions.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to cost analysis personnel and project teams.
  • Support the development and improvement of cost systems, tools, processes, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and reporting capability.
  • Contribute expertise across multiple projects and initiatives where broad business understanding and advanced technical knowledge are required.
  • Collaborate across disciplines and functions to ensure alignment between project controls, planning, procurement, and execution teams.
  • Review assigned work for technical accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established standards and practices.


What You'll Bring to the Role
  • University degree in finance, engineering, business, construction management, project controls, or another related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Typically 10+ years of relevant experience in project cost control, cost analysis, or project controls within engineering, energy, chemicals, resources, or related industries.
  • EcoSys experience is required and highly valued.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting large, complex capital projects in a cost management capacity.
  • Strong understanding of project controls principles, including budgeting, forecasting, earned value, trend analysis, and reporting.
  • Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex project data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
  • Strong business acumen and the ability to apply technical expertise to support project and organizational objectives.
  • Experience building relationships and effectively communicating with project teams, leadership, and clients across multiple levels of an organization.
  • Proven ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and influence outcomes in complex project environments.
  • Advanced knowledge of cost management systems, project controls tools, and reporting platforms.
  • Demonstrated capability to mentor others, provide technical guidance, and contribute to team capability development.
  • Strong attention to detail combined with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

About Worley

Worley is a global engineering and construction company that provides services to the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors. The company was founded in 2019 through the merger of WorleyParsons and Jacobs' Energy, Chemicals and Resources division. Worley has over 48,000 employees in 49 countries and provides a range of services including consulting, engineering, procurement, construction, and project management. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint and increase the use of renewable energy in its operations.
Learn more about Worley
Size
47,700 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
NASDAQ
WYGPF
* Ladders Estimates

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