Cost Specialist

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

Onsite: M–F, 8AM–5PM
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 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.
• Full-time, onsite position in our Birmingham, AL office

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.