Project Cost Analyst, Infrastructure & Capital Projects

Accenture

Project Cost Analyst at Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects managing cost models and providing financial analysis. Collaborating with project teams for smarter, sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost analysis, project budgeting, and financial reporting, with a strong focus on utilizing tools like Cognos and Power BI for data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to manage project costs effectively while ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards.

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Cost Analysis ExperienceCognos ExpertisePower BI ProficiencyProject Budget ManagementForensic Analysis Skills

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Hard Skills

Cost ModelingScenario AnalysisCash Flow EstimationFinancial ReportingTrending AnalysisCost Engineering StandardsQuantitative Risk AnalysisDocument ManagementTechnical WritingBudget Adherence

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsCommitment to Safety

Tools & Technologies

CognosPower BIMaximoPower PlanMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

PCA III Certification

Industry Keywords

Utility New Gas Power PlantProcess Industry ProjectsCommercial AgreementsContracting StrategiesScope ChangesCost ForecastingEarned Value ManagementChange Order Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cognos

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You’ll build and maintain cost models, perform scenario analysis, and prepare cash flow estimates to support the monthly present estimate (PE) process.
You’ll analyze cost and schedule impacts of scope changes and trends, delivering clear presentations of numerical analysis.
You’ll monitor and update project budgets and actuals, provide accurate financial and cost reporting, perform trending analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
You’ll interface with internal and external project teams to support cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting.
You’ll provide cost management support by identifying gaps and opportunities, recommending improvements to cost engineering data standards, and tracking monthly spend for earned value and forecast predictability.
You’ll perform forensic analysis on project spend and forecasts to ensure budget adherence.
You’ll lead or assist in developing and maintaining the Issue and Risk Register, as well as Cost Quantitative Risk Analyses (QRAs).
You’ll utilize COGNOS, Power BI, Maximo, and Power Plan to perform analyses, interpret outputs, and prepare data-driven presentations.
You’ll demonstrate strong documentation, technical writing, and organizational skills to meet ROD requirements, prudency reviews, deposition hearings, PSC filings, Change Order processes, and other legal requirements, while applying solid document management skills.
You’ll demonstrate commitment to safety through active participation in safety meetings, inspections, and field observations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering Discipline, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent work experience
Direct cost analysis experience on Utility New Gas Power Plant project or large ($300M+) Process Industry projects
PCA III: 4+ yrs experience
Sr. PCA: 6+ yrs experience
Sr. Lead PCA: 10+ yrs experience
Understanding of commercial agreements and contracting strategies
Understanding of project schedule impact on cost forecasting and integration of schedule in cost
Proficient and expert experience level in Cognos, Power BI, Maximo, Power Plan, and Microsoft Office

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision coverage
basic life and AD&D insurance
short- and long-term disability
a 401(k) with employer match
health savings and flexible spending accounts
paid time off and holidays
paid maternity and parental caregiver leave
adoption and surrogacy assistance
supplemental insurance plans
an employee assistance program
legal resources
identity theft protection