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About this Role
Senior Project Cost Controls Speciaist
Office Location: 1050 17th St, Denver, CO, 80265Monday - Friday Travel: Up to 15% Domestic
QISG, a Quanta Services company, delivers innovative energy infrastructure solutions across North America. Our teams combine Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Scheduling, and Project Controls expertise to execute complex utility and EPC projects safely and successfully.
As a Senior Cost Specialist, you will be a key driver of cost performance across large-scale, multi-year utility EPC projects. Youll lead cost forecasting, EVM reporting, variance analysis, and financial insights while partnering with Project Managers, Engineering, and Construction teams to identify risks, improve visibility, and support successful project delivery.
What Youll Do
Track and control costs across EPC industrial projects
Leverage JD Edwards, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI for job cost tracking and reporting
Manage budget vs. actuals, forecasts, and cost trends across multi-year capital programs
Develop and maintain EACs and ETCs to support forecasting and Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting
Analyze CPI (Cost Performance Index) and SPI (Schedule Performance Index) to assess project performance and identify risks early
Support change management including change orders, budget adjustments, and cost impacts
Provide EVM-based dashboards, cost reports, and forecasts for leadership and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with Project Controls Execution Plans and company standards
Act as a trusted cost advisor, supporting continuous improvement in cost performance management
What Youll Bring
4+ years of project cost control or project controls experience in EPC and/or heavy industrial construction
Strong experience in cost forecasting, budget management, change management, and cost/schedule performance analysis
Hands-on experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, including CPI, SPI, and variance analysis
Experience in capital project environments (utility, infrastructure, or construction strongly preferred)
Advanced Excel skills; experience with JDE and/or EcoSys required, Procore preferred
Ability to translate complex cost data into clear, actionable insights for leadership
Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field
What Youll Get
Competitive base salary
Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance
401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future
Comprehensive benefits medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation
Great mentoring & career growth opportunities we invest in your development#LI-SM1
Compensation RangeThe anticipated compensation for this position is USD $125,000.00/Yr. - USD $170,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.