Cost Analyst Jobs in Texas
Cost Analyst jobs in Texas are in steady demand, with strong hiring concentrated in the energy sector, defense and aerospace, manufacturing, and healthcare across all levels from entry-level to senior cost engineer. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor most of the activity, where employers like ExxonMobil, Lockheed Martin, and USAA maintain large finance and operations teams that rely on cost analysts. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are project cost control, variance analysis, and supply chain cost modeling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
Responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and forecasting project costs for capital improvement grants and construction projects, with a focus on transit infrastructure projects such as Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), station construction, and maintenance facilities. This position ensures compliance with public funding requirements, including Federal, State, and local regulations, while ensuring financial accuracy. Supports project controls and helps maintain projects within budget while aligning with contractual requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Develops, maintains, and monitors project budgets, cost reports, and forecasts.
Tracks and analyzes actual costs vs. project budgets and agency’s’ annual CIG budget and reports trends and variances to project managers.
Supports project controls functions, including change management and earned value analysis.
Reviews, validates, and tracks contractor invoices, change orders, and claims in accordance with public procurement standards.
Prepares monthly cost reports, variance reports, Earned Value (EV) reports, and financial summaries for stakeholders.
Collaborates with project managers, engineers, and finance teams to ensure data accuracy.
Assists in risk analysis and contingency planning for transit construction projects.
Maintains cost control systems in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
Ensures proper documentation and audit readiness for all financial related activities.
Ensures compliance with city, State, and Federal funding requirements, including documentation for audits and grant reporting.
Tracks project funding sources and draw downs.
This job description excludes marginal functions that are incidental to performing the job. Other duties may exist.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and five (5) years of experience in construction cost analysis or project controls. Experience may be substituted in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis up to four (4) years.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with public sector or federally funded transit projects.
Familiarity with FTA (Federal Transit Administration) guidelines and reporting requirements.
CCP (Certified Cost Professional) or PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
Experience using Microsoft Power BI.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of cost control principles, budgeting, and forecasting.
Knowledge of construction contracts and change order processes.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, as well as project management and cost management software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communications skills, both verbally and written, with an emphasis on reporting abilities.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to navigate complex regulatory and reporting environments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Must be able to maintain good work attendance.
Safety Accountability Statement:
- Employees must consider safety in all tasks performed, as well as demonstrate safe judgment and decisions that not only maintain their own safety; but that of fellow employees and customers.
- Demonstrate a professional commitment to assure compliance with all organizational policies, practices, and programs related to safety, health, and system security.
- Employees have a responsibility to identify and report hazards, as well as potentially unsafe conditions, to your immediate supervisor or Safety Department.
- Employees are responsible, a nd required , to stop a job/task to prevent an unsafe incident or act from occurring. This acknowledges the threat of potential injury, property damage and the opportunity for better judgment to be used.
Must comply with and support all applicable VIA EEO Policies and Procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical ability required to be mobile, bend, stoop, stand, reach, and occasionally lift 5-25 pounds of objects, such as files, equipment and supplies, and books.
WORK ENVIRONMENTS:
Work involves deadlines and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment supporting large, complex infrastructure projects.
Works mostly within a normal office environment, with periodic travel to project locations.
Works mostly standard office hours (M-F, 8-5) but may be required to work occasional weekends.
VIA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunity to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
Responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and forecasting project costs for capital improvement grants and construction projects, with a focus on transit infrastructure projects such as Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), station construction, and maintenance facilities. This position ensures compliance with public funding requirements, including Federal, State, and local regulations, while ensuring financial accuracy. Supports project controls and helps maintain projects within budget while aligning with contractual requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Develops, maintains, and monitors project budgets, cost reports, and forecasts.
Tracks and analyzes actual costs vs. project budgets and agency’s’ annual CIG budget and reports trends and variances to project managers.
Supports project controls functions, including change management and earned value analysis.
Reviews, validates, and tracks contractor invoices, change orders, and claims in accordance with public procurement standards.
Prepares monthly cost reports, variance reports, Earned Value (EV) reports, and financial summaries for stakeholders.
Collaborates with project managers, engineers, and finance teams to ensure data accuracy.
Assists in risk analysis and contingency planning for transit construction projects.
Maintains cost control systems in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
Ensures proper documentation and audit readiness for all financial related activities.
Ensures compliance with city, State, and Federal funding requirements, including documentation for audits and grant reporting.
Tracks project funding sources and draw downs.
This job description excludes marginal functions that are incidental to performing the job. Other duties may exist.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and five (5) years of experience in construction cost analysis or project controls. Experience may be substituted in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis up to four (4) years.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with public sector or federally funded transit projects.
Familiarity with FTA (Federal Transit Administration) guidelines and reporting requirements.
CCP (Certified Cost Professional) or PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
Experience using Microsoft Power BI.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of cost control principles, budgeting, and forecasting.
Knowledge of construction contracts and change order processes.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, as well as project management and cost management software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communications skills, both verbally and written, with an emphasis on reporting abilities.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to navigate complex regulatory and reporting environments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Must be able to maintain good work attendance.
Safety Accountability Statement:
- Employees must consider safety in all tasks performed, as well as demonstrate safe judgment and decisions that not only maintain their own safety; but that of fellow employees and customers.
- Demonstrate a professional commitment to assure compliance with all organizational policies, practices, and programs related to safety, health, and system security.
- Employees have a responsibility to identify and report hazards, as well as potentially unsafe conditions, to your immediate supervisor or Safety Department.
- Employees are responsible, a nd required , to stop a job/task to prevent an unsafe incident or act from occurring. This acknowledges the threat of potential injury, property damage and the opportunity for better judgment to be used.
Must comply with and support all applicable VIA EEO Policies and Procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical ability required to be mobile, bend, stoop, stand, reach, and occasionally lift 5-25 pounds of objects, such as files, equipment and supplies, and books.
WORK ENVIRONMENTS:
Work involves deadlines and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment supporting large, complex infrastructure projects.
Works mostly within a normal office environment, with periodic travel to project locations.
Works mostly standard office hours (M-F, 8-5) but may be required to work occasional weekends.
VIA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunity to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
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Cost Analyst Job Market in Texas
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cost analyst jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related analytical field required
- Proficiency in cost accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, or Deltek
- Certified Management Accountant credential preferred by Texas energy and defense employers
- Two or more years of experience in cost analysis, budgeting, or financial planning
- Demonstrated skill in variance analysis, forecasting, and cost modeling
- Strong Excel and data visualization skills including Power BI or Tableau
Cost Analyst Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cost analyst in Texas?
Most Texas employers require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or engineering as the starting point. There is no state-issued license specific to cost analysts in Texas, but earning a Certified Management Accountant designation from the Institute of Management Accountants strengthens your candidacy significantly, particularly in the energy, defense, and manufacturing sectors that dominate Texas hiring. Many candidates enter through staff accountant or financial analyst roles before moving into dedicated cost analysis work.
Which companies hire cost analysts in Texas?
Employers hiring cost analysts in Texas right now include Raytheon, Augmentis, and Sargent & Lundy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of energy producers, defense contractors, and large healthcare systems means cost analyst demand stays relatively consistent throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most cost analyst jobs?
Houston, McKinney, and San Antonio have the most cost analyst openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of oil and gas companies and petrochemical manufacturers, while Dallas draws demand from corporate headquarters, logistics firms, and financial services, and San Antonio's activity is driven largely by military installations and defense contractors like USAA and Boeing subsidiary operations.
Are there remote cost analyst jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. Cost analysis is largely a desk-based, data-driven function, which makes it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 67% of cost analyst openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly Texas employers have adopted flexible work for finance roles. Variance analysis, forecasting, and reporting tasks are the functions most frequently performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a cost analyst in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an accounts payable, financial analyst associate, or budget analyst role at a large Texas employer, then lateral movement into cost analysis once you have exposure to cost tracking and variance reporting. Energy companies like Chevron Phillips Chemical and defense primes like L3Harris run structured finance rotational programs in Texas that accept new graduates. Earning your CMA candidate status or completing an Excel and SAP fundamentals course before applying gives you a concrete edge over other entry-level candidates.
Where can I find and apply to cost analyst jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to cost analyst jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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