Project Cost Analyst

Accenture

Project Cost Analyst supporting Accenture’s utility infrastructure and capital projects. Building cost models, forecasting budgets, and analyzing project risks, schedules, and spend.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $128,000 - $162,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost analysis, project budgeting, and financial reporting for large-scale utility projects, utilizing advanced analytical tools to drive data-driven decision-making and improve cost management practices.

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Cost Analysis ExperienceCognos ProficiencyPower BI ExpertiseProject Budget ManagementForensic Analysis

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Hard Skills

Cost ModelingScenario AnalysisCash Flow EstimationFinancial ReportingTrending AnalysisCost Control MonitoringRisk AnalysisTechnical WritingData InterpretationBudget Adherence

Soft Skills

Presentation SkillsCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CognosPower BIMaximoPower PlanMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Utility ProjectsCost EngineeringCommercial AgreementsContracting StrategiesSchedule-Cost Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cognos

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain cost models, perform scenario analysis, and prepare cash flow estimates for the monthly present estimate (PE) process
Analyze cost and schedule impacts of scope changes and trends, delivering presentations of numerical analysis
Monitor and update project budgets and actuals, provide financial and cost reporting, perform trending analysis, and recommend corrective actions
Interface with internal and external project teams on cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting
Identify cost management gaps and opportunities, recommend improvements to cost engineering data standards, and track monthly spend for earned value and forecast predictability
Perform forensic analysis on project spend and forecasts to ensure budget adherence
Lead or assist with the Issue and Risk Register and Cost Quantitative Risk Analyses (QRAs)
Use COGNOS, Power BI, Maximo, and Power Plan to perform analyses, interpret outputs, and prepare data-driven presentations
Prepare documentation and technical writing for ROD requirements, prudency reviews, deposition hearings, PSC filings, Change Order processes, and other legal requirements
Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and field observations

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Project Management, Construction Management, an Engineering Discipline, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent work experience
Direct cost analysis experience with utility projects or large ($300M+) projects
Understanding of commercial agreements and contracting strategies
Understanding of project schedule impacts on cost forecasting and schedule-cost integration
Proficient and expert-level experience with 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
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
Employee assistance program
Legal resources
Identity theft protection