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Cost Analyst (00592)

PMA Consultants Careers

Job Location:

South Plainfield, NJ - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 63136 - 88299

Posted: 5 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 2 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PMA is currently seeking a Cost Analyst for an exclusive assignment to work on a portfolio of high-profile utility projects. Our Cost Analyst position is an excellent entrée into project controls and project management.

The Cost Analyst supports cost management and project controls activities across engineering and construction projects. This role works with cross-functional teams to analyze costs prepare reports support budgeting and forecasting and identify opportunities to improve project cost performance. The position requires strong analytical skills attention to detail and the ability to communicate financial insights effectively.

Position Responsibilities

Monitor project budgets forecasts and cost performance.
Review change orders contracts and payment applications.
Perform cost analysis variance reporting and earned value tracking.
Develop cost estimates and supports risk-based cost strategies.
Prepare and present cost reports and project cashflows to project stakeholders.
Support the use of project controls and cost management systems.
Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Bachelors degree in accounting or related field required.
0 Years of experience in some combination of cost control or financial data analysis required.
Experience with MS Word and PowerPoint preferred.
Experience with databases and reporting preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Interest in construction engineering and project controls.
An equivalent combination of education experience and training that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities will be considered in lieu of stated minimum qualifications.

$63136 - $88299 a year

The salary range for this position is $63136 to $88299.

Note: This opportunity is available at multiple levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected candidates experience skills geographic location and alignment with business needs. We are committed to providing fair and equitable consideration for all applicants.

This client maintains a drug-free workplace which is essential to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of certain federal agency contracts. Accordingly employees assigned to this client must comply with all applicable drug-free workplace requirements. Please note that regardless of state marijuana laws marijuana remains illegal under the federal Controlled Substances addition some products marketed as CBD may contain THC and can result in a positive drug test. A post-offer pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment for roles assigned to this client.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving written and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.

We are committed to a culture of equity diversity and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding long-term careers at PMA and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized celebrated and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes the profession and yourself PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

We offer competitive pay and benefits wellness programs for you and your family and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

As a PMA professional you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a Best Place to Work.

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits including medical prescription dental vision time off with pay 401(k) with company match life disability and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression) disability national origin or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws regulations and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.

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