Turner & Townsend is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Cost Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role requires strong analytical skills, expertise in data analysis tools, and the ability to effectively communicate complex information.Responsibilities:Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to gather, process, and analyze data from various sources.Work with internal teams and stakeholders to understand data needs and provide actionable insights to support construction project management and decision-making.Develop and maintain data models, dashboards, and reports to present data insights to stakeholders and internal teams.Perform benchmarking, trend identification, and growth forecasting.Analyze project cost trends, detect potential issues, and identify ways to improve and streamline processes using software tools and automation.Create and apply statistical models to predict project outcomes, identify trends, and optimize construction processes.Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data by performing regular data quality checks and implementing data governance practices.Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend data-driven solutions to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.Provide training and support to end-users on new reports, dashboards, and data analysis tools.Develop exception reporting processes by extracting and analyzing data to identify discrepancies, ensuring timely updates to statuses and fields for data accuracyCreate and maintain a comprehensive FAQ repository, analyzing common user inquiries to support the design and enhancement of chatbot functionality for the toolPerform data analysis and benchmarking collection, organizing, and comparing data to generate performance metrics and drive reporting insightsManage and mentor junior data analysts, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and performance.SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Project/Program specifications:Project/Program specific responsibilities: Highly proficiency with Excel, extracting data from SAP, Apttus, and Excel Power Queries to migrate into a custom-built Project Tracking and Reporting Tool in Power BI. Benchmarking Data Collection. Monthly and Quarterly reporting data extraction and consolidation to support executive dashboards.Market sector experience: Energy / MidstreamProject/program size in dollar value: NGL Pipeline / $1.2BSoftware specific requirements: Excel advanced a must / SAP / Power BiCertification requirements: noneWork In office, 40 hours per week in the Houston, 1300 Main Street office