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# Cost Analyst (00592) at PMA Consultants Careers

- **Company:** PMA Consultants Careers
- **Location:** South Plainfield, NJ
- **Compensation:** $63k–$88k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-08-03
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/pmaconsultants/a2b89812-0d0d-43c1-b211-40419854fe2f

## Job description

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

- Bachelor’s 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.

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 Act. In 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.

## About PMA Consultants Careers

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: PMA Consultants is a construction consulting firm providing program and project management services, known for its pure project management focus and innovation in scheduling algorithms since 1971.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped, family-run)
- **Headquarters**: Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
- **Founded**: 1971
- **Founders**: Dr. Gui Ponce de Leon

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Construction consulting – program and project management for construction.
- **Target customers**: Owners and developers of large construction projects (enterprise, public sector, infrastructure, commercial, industrial). B2B.
- **Mission**: To transform how projects are managed toward improving project outcomes, ourselves, and the profession.

## Products & Services
- **Program & Project Management**: Full lifecycle management of construction programs, including cost, schedule, risk, and quality control.
- **On-site Construction Management**: Direct field oversight and coordination.
- **Consulting Services**: Advisory for planning, scheduling, dispute resolution, and sustainability.
- **Software Applications**: Proprietary scheduling software including the Graphical Path Method™ (GPM®) and other tools for cost/schedule predictability.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company).
- **Key Metric**: Over 250 employees, 20 offices across the United States.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors (founder-led, family-run). Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). Great Place to Work® Certified.
- **Growth Signals**: New CEO transition in March 2024 (Dax Ponce de Leon), continuous hiring across multiple states, expansion of remote/hybrid roles.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep expertise**: Over 50 years of pure project management focus in construction, with a proprietary scheduling algorithm (GPM).
- **Family-run culture**: Multigenerational leadership with emphasis on long-term relationships, employee welfare, and sustainable growth.
- **Certified MBE**: Diverse ownership status opens doors to public and private contracts.
- **Great Place to Work® Certified**: Demonstrated employee satisfaction.

## Strategic Focus
- Continuing to grow the team while maintaining a supportive, learning-oriented culture.
- Expanding use of proprietary software and sustainability consulting (LEED, ENV SP).
- Offering flexible work options (office, hybrid, client site, remote) to attract top talent.
- Investing in professional development and credentials for staff.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: "Employee well-being is a daily priority." Multigenerational, family-run firm emphasizing mutual respect, long-term careers, and continuous learning.
- **Work options**: Hybrid, remote, office, or client-site roles available depending on position.
- **Benefits & development**: Competitive pay, wellness programs, career development support, professional credentialing.
- **Recognition**: Voted a "Best Place to Work" and Great Place to Work® certified.
- **Values**: Equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging; commitment to safety; transparent interview process.

## Sources
1. [PMA Consultants – About](https://pmaconsultants.com/about/)
2. [PMA Consultants – Careers](https://pmaconsultants.com/careers/)
3. [PMA Consultants – Current Openings](https://pmaconsultants.com/current-openings/)
4. [Lever Careers Page](https://jobs.lever.co/pmaconsultants)

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