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Internship Cost Control Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

WSP

Cost Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

Support the Project Manager and Cost Control Manager in the day-to-day administration of cost ... Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic ...

WSP

Cost Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

Support the Project Manager and Cost Control Manager in the day-to-day administration of cost ... Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic ...

ABB

Protection and Control Engineer

IL · Remote

As a Protection & Control Engineer, you will have the opportunity to act as the technical lead for ... and cost-effective manner. You will also showcase your expertise by acting as a design authority ...

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How much do internship cost control engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship cost control engineer in Chicago, IL is $99,973.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,400.00 and $117,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Cost Control Engineer vs Cost Control Engineer?

AspectInternship Cost Control EngineerCost Control Engineer
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recently completed relevant degree; may have basic certificationsRelevant degree; professional certifications like AACE or PMI often preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, entry-level tasksFull-time, professional environment, responsible for project cost management
Industry UsageUsed in construction, engineering, and energy sectors for trainingCommonly employed in similar industries for ongoing project cost control

In summary, an Internship Cost Control Engineer is an entry-level role focused on learning and supporting cost management tasks, while a Cost Control Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for managing project budgets and cost control strategies.

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Cost Analyst

WSP

Chicago, IL • On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

WSP rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

This Opportunity 

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Cost Analyst to join our Project Controls team. This individual can be based in Chicago IL,  St. Louis MO, Houston TX, Kansas City MO, Minneapolis MN or Charlotte, NC. 

Be involved in projects with our Project Controls & Technology Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.  

Your Impact 

Job Duties:

  • Support the Project Manager and Cost Control Manager in the day-to-day administration of cost control, budgeting, and change management activities.
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of project and program budget forecasts, cash flows, and expenditure tracking.
  • Monitor contractor and consultant costs against approved budgets and flag variances or issues for review and resolution.
  • Track and log cost-related project changes, assist with analysis, and provide input for recommendations to the Cost Control Manager and Project Manager.
  • Prepare and update cost estimates, financial forecasts, and funding requests under the direction of senior project controls staff.
  • Maintain financial models and tracking tools to monitor cost allocations across project elements.
  • Generate regular cost reports, summaries, and dashboards for review by the Cost Control Manager and Program Management Office (PMO).
  • Assist in the review and processing of contractor/vendor invoices and track payment status to ensure alignment with contractual and financial requirements.
  • Provide supporting documentation and analysis for project accounting functions, including cost accruals and cost-to-complete evaluations.
  • Assist in the preparation of memos, presentations, and client deliverables, including basic charts, tables, and financial summaries.

Who You Are

Minimum Requirements:

  • BA/BS Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent)
  • 7-10 years' experience in either Project Controls, Financial Controls, Finance, or Accounting including experience leading a team of professionals
  • Power & Energy industry experience required
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
  • Confident self-starter with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment
  • Attention to detail and organization while working in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and produce project deliverables
  • Ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, contractors, and clients
  • Skilled at building and sustaining relationships with all stakeholders
  • Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to prioritize workload and deliverables
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint, Adobe Design and Publisher

WSP Benefits: 

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings. 

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $115,000-145,000/yr

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 

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