Remote Cost Control Specialist

Remote Cost Control Specialist

Location: Remote with some travel required

A growing energy and infrastructure project management firm is seeking a Cost Control Specialist to support project financial management for transmission and renewable energy projects. This role plays a critical part in managing project budgets, maintaining accurate cost forecasts, and supporting project management teams during development and construction phases.

The Cost Control Specialist works closely with project managers, procurement teams, and financial stakeholders to ensure project expenditures are properly tracked, reported, and aligned with overall project budgets.

What You Will Do

Manage and maintain project budgets and financial forecasts

Prepare and update Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts for active projects

Perform monthly cost reporting and financial reviews with project teams and leadership

Monitor project expenditures and identify potential financial risks and mitigation strategies

Support procurement activities including supplier setup, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders

Manage invoice processing and ensure accurate financial documentation

Track vendor and subcontractor expenditures to ensure project costs are properly recorded

Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders to maintain financial alignment throughout the project lifecycle

Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Finance, Construction, or a related field

10 years of experience in project controls, project management support, or finance/accounting roles

Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders

Strong financial reporting and cost tracking skills

Ability to analyze project budgets and support financial forecasting

Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future

Ability to travel up to 10%

Preferred Experience

Experience with Oracle Fusion, EcoSys, or Oracle Primavera

Experience supporting construction, infrastructure, or energy projects

Earned Value Management or project scheduling exposure

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Experience working in collaborative project environments

Benefits

401k with 4% employer match (eligible after 60 days)

Medical Insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield

Dental & Vision Insurance Guardian

PTO 18 days annually with increases each year

7 paid holidays

Gym reimbursement $40

Competitive compensation and discretionary bonus