Cost Manager / Sr Cost Analyst (Data Centers) - 100% Remote

CANDIDATE MUST SIT IN EASTERN TIME ZONE Company: TEKsystems Title: Project Controls Analyst Remote: 100% Travel: Monthly (or less) to OH project sites Duration: 24 months Contract Type: W2 Pay Rate: Based on Cost & Controls experience Start Date: ASAP in July/August Top Skills & Qualifications 1) +5 years of experience supporting hyperscale Data Center new build projects 2) Cost Control & Financial Reporting - Proven ability to manage complex budgets across multiple infrastructure projects, with strong skills in cost tracking, variance analysis, and financial reporting using Excel and Google Sheets. 3) Change Management - Experience navigating evolving project scopes and financial systems, with the ability to implement and manage change control processes in fast-paced environments. 4) Forecasting & Cash Flow Planning - Expertise in developing accurate cash flow forecasts and financial models that support strategic decision-making and project planning. Must have experience working on GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) 5) Must have proficient experience using Excel, Google Sheets, Unifier, and P6 About the Team Join a high profile infrastructure initiative. This team is responsible for the rapid buildout of next-generation data centers in Ohio. You'll be embedded in the New Build division, working closely with experienced leaders and peers on high-impact, high-visibility projects. Role Overview We are seeking a Project Controls Analyst with strong cost management and reporting expertise to support a growing portfolio of new build data centers. This role requires someone who is technically proficient, highly adaptable, and confident in fast-paced, evolving environments. Key Responsibilities Lead cost reporting, forecasting, and change management across 6-7 sites. Build and maintain detailed financial models in Excel or Google Sheets, including variance analysis and budget tracking. Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and peers to ensure financial accuracy and alignment. Support monthly reporting cycles and executive-level financial presentations. Adapt quickly to complex financial systems and evolving processes. Manage internal project budget/schedule of values within project management software, for monthly financial reporting on multiple New Builds and Retrofit projects on campus Manage monthly forecasts and cash flows, understand forecast variances, develop monthly executive reports. Manage monthly vendor invoice review process within invoicing software, including project management review, third party auditing services, and communication with Accounts Payable. Responsible for accurate quarterly accrual reporting for all existing PO's on campus, including communication with vendors and Finance. Facilitate change order routing and review processes within project management software, content analysis, and executive approval as required. Review project financial health with management team each month (via dashboards, budget software, schedule comparisons, productivity reports, etc.) Management of Internal and Contractor Risk Register update & contingency evaluation. Financial closeout of internal budgets, Vendor POs, etc. Work closely with Site Scheduler to compare financial forecasts and risks are in alignment with schedule updates Management of Internal and Contractor Risk Register update & contingency evaluation. Schedule and lead monthly risk review meeting with all cross functional teams Support the calculation of dollar value impacts of risks identified by the project management team. Financial closeout of internal budgets, Vendor POs, etc. at the completion of a project at the direction of DEC business controls management