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Project Cost Controller

Andritz Hydro

Charlotte, NC · Posted October 16, 2026

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About the job

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Cost Controller with a background in Finance, Budgeting and project financial reporting. The ideal candidate will primarily focus on budgets, managing actuals against original budget plans and cost to come. This role offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment where you will have the opportunity to tackle challenging tasks and grow professionally.

Key Responsibilities

Creation of initial project forecast from participation in the Sales to Contract Execution handover

Perform complex tasks in project estimating, change documentation, and cost control

Monthly and quarterly forecast preparation: reconciling budget versus actuals and analyzing variances, risks, and opportunity tracking

Report to portfolio level on forecast variances and manage changes to cost on a monthly and quarterly basis

Analyze and track change requests/variation orders received from customers

Assist with sales planning and billings to customers

Manage multiple projects with budgets ranging from $500K to $100MM+

Collaborate with other departments to develop budgets/forecasts and review actual performance.

Preparation of proposal and claim packages

Representing the Project Manager in their absence

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law, Engineering, or Construction Management.

Experience in project controls, finance, and budgeting

Strong analytical skills and experience with financial data interpretation

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Experience with managing multiple projects simultaneously

Experience in Government Contracting is a plus

Strong computer skills with an emphasis on MS Excel (MS Excel, Access, Word, Project, SAP)

Join our team and leverage your expertise to drive successful project outcomes and efficient financial operations. While this role involves managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, Andritz provides robust support through our collaborative team culture and continuous professional development.

Do you fit the profile?

Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team.

What do we offer?

Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;

401k matching;

Hybrid work model;

Annual bonus program;

Employee assistance program;

Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know? ANDRITZ Hydro has:

Over 185 years of experience in turbine design

Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity

Over 33,200 turbine units delivered

Over 135 years in electrical engineering

65 representative offices worldwide

More than 6100 employees worldwide

Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year

A complete range of designs up to 800 MW

20 manufacturing sites worldwide

20% of all turbines in operation worldwide

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.