Sr. Cost Specialist - Columbus, OH

About Us:

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.

About this Role:

Onsite | Monday–Friday

4249 Easton Way, Suite 425 | Columbus, OH 43219

As a Sr. Cost Specialist at QISG, you’ll play a critical role on our Project Controls team, driving cost visibility and financial performance across complex utility, power generation, and renewable energy EPC projects. You’ll own budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, variance analysis, and executive reporting - helping project teams make informed decisions and successfully deliver large-scale infrastructure projects across North America.

What You'll Do:

Track, analyze, and control project costs for EPC energy and utility infrastructure projects, including transmission, substations, renewables, and utility construction work

Maintain and analyze budget vs. actuals, forecasts, and cost trends across multi-year projects

Develop and update Estimates at Completion (EAC) and Estimates to Complete (ETC)

Monitor cost deviations, trends, and risks, escalating potential issues early to project leadership

Support change management, including change orders, budget transfers, and cost impacts

Collaborate with Project Managers, Operations Directors, and technical teams to align financial performance with execution plans

Prepare clear, accurate cost reports, dashboards, and forecasts for internal leadership and external stakeholders

Support Project Controls Execution Plans and ensure adherence to company standards and procedures

Utilize systems such as JDE, EcoSys, Procore, Excel, and Power BI to support job cost tracking and reporting

Serve as a trusted cost resource for assigned projects, contributing to continuous improvement in cost control practices

What You'll Bring:

4+ years of project cost control or project controls experience within EPC, construction, utilities, or energy infrastructure environments

Strong hands-on expertise in cost forecasting, budget management, change management, and cost/risk trend analysis

Experience in project-based capital environments (not manufacturing or corporate accounting)

Advanced Excel skills; experience with JDE and/or EcoSys required, Procore preferred

Ability to translate complex cost data into clear, actionable insights for project leadership

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically

What You'll Get:

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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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.