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Entry Level Project Cost Analyst Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Linesight

Cost Manager

Raleigh, NC · Remote

$84K - $112K/yr

Actively participate in the tender/bid process--from initial tender/bid documentation through analysis and reporting * Oversee project spend by creating valuations and cost reports, and clearly ...

Linesight

Cost Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$84K - $112K/yr

Actively participate in the tender/bid process--from initial tender/bid documentation through analysis and reporting * Oversee project spend by creating valuations and cost reports, and clearly ...

RTI International

Project Financial Analyst

Durham, NC · On-site

Analyze cost structures, staffing assumptions, and pricing scenarios to support competitive and ... Project Financial Support * Assist in monitoring project financial performance, including tracking ...

RTI International

Project Financial Analyst

Durham, NC · On-site

Analyze cost structures, staffing assumptions, and pricing scenarios to support competitive and ... Project Financial Support * Assist in monitoring project financial performance, including tracking ...

Pharpoint Research

Project Analyst II

Durham, NC · On-site

Perform any ad-hoc requests pertaining to but not limited to: cost comparisons, pipeline ... analysis. * Maintain the corporate text repository by including approved text from previous ...

LJB, Inc.

Entry-level Roadway Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

... and cost estimates, to facilitate the implementation of roadway projects. * Work with senior ... Ability to analyze situations and identify ways to improve efficiency. * Ability to react quickly ...

The Beaver Companies

Project Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Analyzes, processes, and assists with the project layout, construction sequencing, cost analysis, measurement of quantities, and clarification of specifications as necessary * Ensures that proper ...

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How much do entry level project cost analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level project cost analyst in Raleigh, NC is $83,902.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,600.00 and $97,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Project Cost Analyst vs Entry Level Project Scheduler?

AspectEntry Level Project Cost AnalystEntry Level Project Scheduler
Primary FocusCost estimation, budgeting, financial trackingDeveloping and maintaining project schedules
Required SkillsCost analysis, Excel, basic accountingScheduling software, time management
Work EnvironmentProject teams, finance departmentsProject planning teams, engineering departments
CertificationsNone typically required, but PMP or CAPM helpfulNone typically required, but Primavera or MS Project skills preferred

While both roles support project management, the Entry Level Project Cost Analyst focuses on financial aspects like budgeting and cost control, whereas the Entry Level Project Scheduler concentrates on creating and maintaining project timelines. Both roles often work together to ensure project success but require different skill sets and focus areas.

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Project Controls Engineer - Project Farma

Project Controls Engineer - Project Farma

PerkinElmer

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

PerkinElmer rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Job Title
Project Controls Engineer - Project Farma
Location(s)
Customer Site - NC, Raleigh, NC
Job Description
This is a full-time salaried position with Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company. The successful candidate will reside within 50 miles of Raleigh, NC, and be willing to travel domestically to meet client project requests.
Project Farma's purpose is to improve patient lives by accelerating the delivery of life-changing therapies. We accomplish this through the successful execution of high-quality life sciences projects across the full project lifecycle. Project Farma (PF) team members collaborate with cross-functional teams to build trusted client relationships, deliver an exceptional customer experience, and contribute to business growth by identifying opportunities and applying data-driven insights to support project planning, cost, schedule, and performance management.
All team members are expected to embody Project Farma's values by being curious, personable, and unselfish, while maintaining a strong commitment to a Patient Focused and People First mindset.
Key Responsibilities
As a Controls Engineer III, you will work collaboratively with clients, vendors, contractors, and other Project Farma Team Members to support projects related to biomanufacturing across the entire engineering lifecycle. You will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing / maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management and site personnel for the development of detailed integrated schedules. You will be responsible for delivering high quality work, forming and maintaining valuable, long-term relationships with our clients, and continually strengthening your technical and industry knowledge. This position will lead and/or support key project controls deliverables including but not limited to:
  • Summary project plans and milestone management reports
  • Detailed project execution schedules
  • Activity tracking and variance reports
  • Budget estimates, project cost reports and forecast trend analysis reports
  • Issue, risks and scenario analysis reports
  • Scope and change management impact analysis reports
  • Comprehensive monthly project status reports
  • Analysis of complex project data and then deliver clear, articulate and concise messages in a compelling manner to support decision making.
  • Create alignment with cross-functional client departments including but not limited to Design, Construction, Validation, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering groups.
  • Communicate project information internally in a timely manner and relay in-field project decisions to highlight long-range, down-stream project and team impacts.
  • Provide hands-on support and troubleshooting for clients navigating the engineering life cycle of cutting-edge equipment and manufacturing processes.
  • Maintain project tools such as site dashboards, detailed schedules, deliverable trackers, etc.
  • Perform due diligence and quality checks on subject domains to generate high-quality project deliverables.
  • Proactively identify and escalate roadblocks and utilize critical thinking skills and knowledge of problem-solving skills to identify creative solutions to those problems and roadblocks.
  • Support necessary billables as forecasted by site dashboards on billable targets per month.

Continually develop a technical aptitude of project controls services within the life-science space including but not limited to:
  • Capital project management (CAPEX) for new/existing facility builds
  • Facility shutdowns/turnarounds
  • Technology transfers
  • Enterprise system integrations
  • Validation Life Cycle, including Commissioning and Qualification, Process Validation, Computer System Validation, etc.
  • Quality, Regulatory, and Compliance
  • GxP Automated Systems
  • Quality Control, including commercial and construction
  • Operational readiness

Attributes for Success
  • Technical Delivery: Applies advanced technical knowledge and professional expertise
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Seeks better ways, adapts to change and champions new ideas.
  • Customer Focus & Professionalism: Represents PF with consistent professionalism, appropriate escalation and respect for internal stakeholders, even during high stress delivery situations
  • Integrity & Humility: Demonstrates self-awareness and puts PF mission above ego
  • Collaboration & Communication: Communicates clearly and proactively and drives transparent alignment with clients.
  • Project Execution: Delivers reliably, manages priorities and drives for high quality outcomes
  • Growth Mindset: Shows openness to new ideas, feedback and change

Experience Required
  • Bachelor's Degree (and/or Masters) in technical Sciences, Engineering, Regulatory or related discipline OR a combination of equivalent experience project controls, general construction, cGMP facility start-up, project management and/or comparable military experience.
  • Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Project, Oracle Primavera P6, and/or Smartsheet a plus.
  • 2-4 Years of Experience required
  • Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments.

Other Preferred
  • Pharma and/or general construction industry alignment

Project Farma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license.
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

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