Proj Cost Analyst

Job#: 3027579

Job Description:

Project Cost Analyst / Project Cost Analyst Associate

Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite, 5 days/week)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (Overtime possible with approval)

Travel: Occasional local site visits; no expected overnight travel

Contract: 12 Month Contract with Possible Extension

Candidates must be local to Columbus, OH and surrounding areas. The selected candidate must be an excellent communicator and strong culture fit.

Position Overview

Our Client is seeking Project Cost Analysts to support project teams with budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and application of accounting principles. Ideal candidates will have well-rounded experience across multiple cost-control disciplines rather than specialization in a single area.

This role supports Project Managers by providing accurate cost reporting, monitoring project budgets, updating forecasts, tracking KPIs, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring project documentation aligns with Client standards.

Interviews will begin once qualified candidates are identified.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Coordination & Documentation

• Support Project Managers in meetings, planning, and updates
• Assist in preparing and maintaining project documentation

2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Analysis

• Prepare spending forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance analyses
• Track, analyze, and monitor project costs
• Support SOX activities (as applicable)
• Provide input for annual budgets, capital forecasts, and long-range plans

3. Reporting & Schedule Alignment

• Assist in developing baseline budgets synchronized with project schedules
• Create and maintain project breakdown structures
• Track and report KPIs

4. Financial & System Administration

• Maintain project system records and work order lifecycle (creation in-service closeout)
• Track and verify unvouchered liabilities (UVLs)

5. Contractor & Vendor Coordination

• Support the bidding process and cost evaluations
• Coordinate with external contractors/vendors to integrate project budgets and schedules

6. Communication & Stakeholder Support

• Collaborate with PMs, internal teams, and external partners
• Provide timely responses to inquiries and support issue resolution

7. Analytical & Problem-Solving Work

• Apply analytical techniques to evaluate data and support decisions
• Perform estimate-to-actuals reviews and identify variances

8. Team Collaboration

• Demonstrate strong teamwork and ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Contribute to team decisions and coordinate activities as needed

9. Standards & Governance

• Understand and follow Client project management standards and governance requirements

Required Education & Experience

Project Cost Analyst Associate

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree (no experience required)

Project Cost Analyst

• Bachelor's degree + 1 year qualified experience
• OR Associate's degree + 3 years qualified experience

Qualified degrees include fields such as Business, Construction Management, or Project Management.

Qualified experience includes utility operations, project management, cost tracking, forecasting, budget management, and basic accounting principles.

Additional Requirements

• Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Customer-focused mindset
• Exposure to corporate accounting systems, project cost management tools, earned value management, or scheduling systems (preferred but not required)

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.