Cost Specialist

3500 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243

Reports To: Project Controls/Cost Manager

At QPS, we don’t just deliver projects—we deliver complex EPC solutions that power industries and connect communities. As a Cost Specialist
, you’ll play a critical role in transforming data into insights that keep our projects on track, on budget, and built for long-term success.

This is an opportunity for someone who thrives on precision, problem-solving, and impact—working on high-profile projects from kickoff through completion.

• Own the numbers – Track, analyze, and forecast costs, budgets, and financial trends across multi-year EPC projects.
• Be a strategic partner – Work closely with Project Managers, Operations Directors, and technical leaders to align financials with project goals.
• Manage change with confidence – Oversee cost changes, deviations, and risks to anticipate challenges before they become issues.
• Tell the story – Deliver clear, compelling cost reports and dashboards in Power BI (or similar) for clients and leadership.
• Strengthen controls – Support Project Controls Execution Plans and ensure compliance with company standards from day one.
• Make your mark – Serve as the go-to resource for cost insights on high-impact EPC projects.

• 3–10 years in cost management and project controls.
• Expertise in forecasting, cost control, change management, and risk analysis.
• Convert complex financials into clear, actionable insights.
• Proficient in JDE, Eco Sys, Procore, Excel, Power BI.
• Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Business, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Willing to travel up to 15% domestically.

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Able to coordinate across multiple departments and priorities
• Analytical and process-oriented
• Strong communication and follow-up skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment