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Project Cost Analyst

Post Date

Feb 20, 2026

Location

Houston,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77095
US
Apr 25, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Accounting

Req #

HOU-a67d0b60-995c-4fbe-bf3e-1317845055f4

Pay Rate

$59 - $74 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a project cost analyst sitting in Houston, Tx. This role will focus on projects for Data Centers throughout the country. This role is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and forecasting project costs, with a strong focus on identifying how scope changes, schedule shifts, and procurement lead times impact overall project spend. This role proactively evaluates cost drivers, material and labor trends, and timing risks to clearly communicate the financial implications of project decisions. The analyst translates changes in execution, supply chain constraints, and market conditions into actionable cost insights, enabling project teams and leadership to understand what is happening, why it matters, and how it will affect the project budget, cash flow, and final outcomes.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- 6+ years of project cost experience

- Experience with data center projects

- Strong with PowerBI and Microsoft Excel

- Great communication skills and must responsibility /pride in their work

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.