Project Controls Sr Analyst - Cost Lead

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Date: Apr 20, 2026 Location: Overland Park, KS, US; Houston, TX, US; Tualatin, OR, US; Orlando, FL, US; Ann Arbor, MI, US; Dallas, TX, US; Cary, NC, US; Phoenix, AZ, US

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Company: Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id: 114500 Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation eligible: No Full time/Part time: Full-Time Project Only Hire: No Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401k match and benefits that start day one.

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

The Opportunity

The Project Controls Senior Analyst - Cost Lead is a senior-level position in Cost Engineering. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Competently perform all aspects of cost analysis and field project assignments according to training, capability, and experience under general supervision.
Provide guidance to less experienced project controls personnel.
Have project team supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrates the capability of leading the project control function of a project and able to influence internal and external clients.
Lead facilitator of project forecasts.
Recognizes issues and advises the project team or JV partners on matters affecting project execution.

Cost:

Leads project cost controls team to prepare baseline cost deliverables.
Leads and analyzes monthly/quarterly reports.
Leads quantity management reporting.
Leads change management programs.
Ensures systems are in place to know work status and identify issues proactively.
Interfaces with the management team to identify issues.
As applicable, advises field teams and HO PCM on matters affecting project success.
As applicable, able to lead/direct PJC activities with JV and S/C construction partners.
Leads cost control functions with minimal supervision.
Ensures tools, processes, and operating rhythm are in place to effectively identify and escalate issues.
Collaborates with the management team to identify issues and trends. Secures project management support.
Facilitates risk and change management discussions.

Management Responsibilities

Acts in the capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer a four-year Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.

Minimum Qualifications

Four-year Bachelor's degree with six or more years of relevant Cost Control or Planning & Scheduling experience, OR no four-year Bachelor's degree required with eight or more years of relevant Cost Control or Planning & Scheduling experience in Home Office or Field Office.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected), which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Occasional travel up to 25% may be required.
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.
Construction Site Environment: This position requires standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, moving, and walking long distances in and around confined, cluttered places and uneven areas. It also requires the ability to see and hear naturally or with correction, work at heights above 5 feet, climb and maintain balance on stairs, ladders, and scaffolds, and work up to a 12-hour shift. The work environment may involve cramped workspaces, very hot or cold temperatures, inclement weather, extreme lighting conditions, distracting or uncomfortable noise levels, and hazardous equipment.

Additional Information

Salary Plan: PJC: Project Control Job Grade: 016

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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision insurances, along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, a voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

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