Sr. Cost Specialist (Paramus, NJ)

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

Senior Cost Specialist

Onsite | Monday–Friday
650 From Road | Paramus, NJ 07652

Up to 10% domestic travel

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.

About the Role
As a Senior Cost Specialist – Project Controls, you will be a key driver of cost performance across large-scale, multi-year utility EPC projects. You’ll 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.

• 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

• 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
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field

• 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
  
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.