Senior Project Cost Engineer - Gas Operations
Senior Project Cost Engineer - Gas Operations
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Job Title:
Senior Project Controls Engineer – Gas Operations (Cost Focus)
Location:
Mount Laurel, NJ
Type:
Full-Time (Hybrid, 3 days a week in the office)
About Us
CARIAN is a leading, women-owned, purpose-driven consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power, renewables, and utilities sectors. We partner with our clients to navigate complex challenges, deliver transformative results, and shape a more resilient and sustainable energy future through innovative, strategic solutions.
Position Overview
CARIAN is seeking a Senior Project Controls Engineer with strong
cost control
expertise to support
gas
utility capital projects. This role is ideal for someone who brings deep cost management capabilities and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The Senior Project Controls Engineer will work closely with project managers, construction teams, and financial stakeholders to ensure disciplined cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting across a growing portfolio of gas operations projects.
Responsibilities
Own project cost controls across assigned gas projects, from planning through closeout
Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, accruals, and cash flow projections
Track actual costs, analyze variances, and identify cost trends and risks
Prepare high-quality cost reports and client-facing summaries on a regular cadence
Support funding requests, change order documentation, and cost impact analysis
Ensure accurate, timely data is maintained across tools such as Excel, SAP, and client systems
Coordinate closely with schedulers, construction leads, and finance to ensure alignment
Qualifications
8+ years of experience in project cost controls, ideally supporting utility or gas infrastructure programs
Solid understanding of capital budgeting, earned value, and project cost lifecycle
Proficiency in cost systems such as SAP and Excel; experience with Ariba a plus
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field
Why CARIAN
Purpose-driven work – Support critical infrastructure and community resilience projects
Industry reputation – Trusted by leading utilities for our expertise and results
Career growth – Real opportunities to develop and advance your skills
Collaborative culture – Work with sharp, passionate professionals who value your contribution
Competitive total rewards – Competitive pay, full benefits, 401(k) match, and recognition for your impact
CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of , , , , , , , citizenship, expression or , status as a veteran, and basis of or any other federal, state, or local legally protected class.
As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, CARIAN is committed to providing employment opportunities to women, veterans, and underrepresented minorities.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Analyst, Consulting, and Finance
Industries Business Consulting and Services, Utilities, and Construction
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