Project Cost Analyst- New Power Generation Construction at Nisource

Project Cost Management
Lead cost management activities across the full project lifecycle (estimate → baseline → forecast → closeout)
Develop and maintain project estimates, budgets, and cost performance baselines
Track, analyze, and report cost performance, including earned value metrics and forecasting
Maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) and recommend corrective and preventative actions
Planning, Estimating & Budgeting
Build detailed cost estimates, resource plans, and budgets aligned with project scope and schedule
Validate contractor estimates and manage Basis of Estimate (BOE)
Integrate cost with schedule (CPM) and scope for accurate project forecasting
Apply risk-based cost estimating and quantify cost impacts of project risks
Cost Controls & Reporting
Monitor cost performance, variance analysis, and trend forecasting
Develop and deliver clear, actionable cost reports to project stakeholders
Ensure cost data integrity across systems and reporting tools
Support accruals, invoice coding, and financial tracking processes
Project Controls Integration
Partner across project controls (cost, schedule, scope) to drive project outcomes
Apply WBS structures to support accurate budgeting and performance tracking
Analyze schedule impacts on cost and support schedule-driven forecasting
Stakeholder & Contract Support
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on cost expectations and performance
Support contract commercial activities including payment reviews and performance analysis
Communicate cost insights effectively to project leadership and stakeholders
Continuous Improvement
Apply and promote best practices aligned with AACE, PMI, and industry standards
Enhance cost tools, processes, and reporting capabilities
Contribute to improving project cost management maturity
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)
4-6+ years of experience in project cost analysis, controls, or financial management
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, modeling, reporting)
Experience with:
Cost estimating & budgeting
Earned Value Management (EVM)
Project scheduling integration
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Valid driver's license

Project Cost Analyst- New Power Generation Construction

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