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Data Center Build (AI/LLM)

LOCATION Santa Teresa, NM (near El Paso)

DURATION ~18+ Months (likely longer)

WORK SITE Trailer (on the job site)

A leading electrical contractor is seeking an experienced Project Cost Analyst to oversee financial controls on a major electrical construction project. This role is critical to maintaining accurate, real-time project financials and ensuring the project's financial success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage project budgets, cost coding, and forecasting within JD Edwards (JDE)
• Oversee change order management for both owner and subcontractor scopes, including tracking, auditing, and system entry
• Review subcontractor invoices, lien waivers, and Textura submissions for contract compliance
• Develop and maintain project cash flow models based on historical spend and projected costs
• Deliver clear, timely financial reports and participate in monthly project reviews with senior leadership
• Coordinate billing packages to ensure invoice accuracy and completeness
• Track material costs against vendor procurement logs and manage purchase order accuracy
• Develop tracking systems for rental equipment costs and financial impacts
• Ensure sales/use tax compliance across materials and subcontractor purchases

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, construction management, or related field
• 5+ years of project controls experience in electrical or heavy construction
• Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, earned value management, and cost control
• Proficiency in JD Edwards, Textura, Power BI, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of GAAP and SOX requirements
• Familiarity with electrical materials, equipment, and construction processes
• Ability to read and interpret contracts for financial and legal implications
• Self-directed, detail-oriented, and comfortable working cross-functionally with minimal supervision

MUST-HAVES

• Construction accounting experience

• Large capital project experience ($500M+)

• Project vs. corporate accounting understanding

• Budget vs. actuals & forecasting

• Financial analysis & leadership presentations

• US GAAP knowledge

• Willing to work on-site ~50% in Santa Teresa, NM

NICE-TO-HAVES

• JD Edwards ERP (other ERP like SAP is fine)

• Electrical construction knowledge (GC background OK)

• Power BI

• SOX familiarity

• Multi-state sales & use tax awareness

• Bachelor’s degree (strong experience can substitute)

Our client: will cover housing allowance and per diem for the on-site portion (e.g., weekly housing in NM). Open to discussing relocation support if someone moves permanently.

Salary $135k flexible and wigo room.

BONUS: Discretionary