Project Controls Cost Analyst

Description

Engineering excellence, built on people-first values.

At LUZCO, we’re more than an engineering firm — we’re a familia. We pair technical excellence with a culture rooted in respect, flexibility, and genuine care for one another. Here, you're known by name, supported as a whole person, and encouraged to bring your authentic self to work with competitive benefits, and the flexibility to support life both inside and outside of work.

We’re proud to be a 2025 and 2026 Best Place to Work in St. Louis and a woman-owned, minority-owned boutique firm, delivering impactful engineering solutions in a workplace where people feel valued and empowered to grow.

Why You’ll Love LUZCO

• Benefits that take care of you: Top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance; a competitive 401k match; generous PTO; student loan repayment assistance; and an employee recognition platform that celebrates your wins big and small.
• Flexibility that fits your life: We get that life doesn’t always stick to a schedule. You’ll work with your supervisor to create a schedule that’s flexible and works for both you and the team.
• Diversity that fuels innovation: Our team brings together a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. That diversity isn’t just something we talk about; it’s what drives our creativity and helps us find better ways to solve problems.
• Growth that feels personal: Whether you’re continuing your education, earning new certifications, or stepping into new challenges, we’re here to help you grow in the direction that’s right for you. You’ll collaborate with experienced mentors and leaders who want to see you succeed.
• A culture that gives back: We’re passionate about our communities. Every year, we dedicate paid time off for volunteering and encourage our team to use their talents to make a difference whether that’s mentoring students, serving local nonprofits, or getting hands-on in community projects.
• A workplace that feels like you: We keep things relaxed and welcoming. Expect weekly happy hours, team lunches, a stocked kitchen, dogs in the office, and a casual dress code. It’s a space where you can be yourself and do your best work.

The Role

Join LUZCO's Project Controls team and play a key role in helping deliver successful engineering and construction projects. As a Project Controls Cost Analyst, you'll partner with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to monitor project performance, track budgets, analyze financial data, and provide accurate forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and collaborating across multiple teams. You'll help ensure projects stay on track financially by providing meaningful analysis, maintaining reporting tools, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Partner with 5–6 project managers to support projects at various stages of design and construction.
• Develop, maintain, and update cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts.
• Ensure accurate reporting and quality checks on all project controls deliverables.
• Compare schedules to financial data to verify project timelines align.
• Integrate and analyze data in Excel using formulas, pivot tables, macros, etc.
• Review upstream/downstream change orders and track budgets against POs and subcontracts.
• Analyze project reports, present findings, and make recommendations to the project controls team.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for APMs, PMs, Lead Engineers, and Construction staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What You'll Bring to the Familia

Essentials to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business.
• 4+ years of related experience in project controls or construction/project management support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think independently and make quick, sound decisions.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with SAP preferred.
• Ability to travel and a valid driver’s license.

Ready to Make an Impact? We know you might not check every single box on the job description—and that’s totally fine. At LUZCO, we care about potential, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. If you’re passionate about joining a supportive and innovative team, we encourage you to apply and show us what you can bring to the familia.