Remote Project Cost Analyst Jobs
Remote project cost analyst jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed engineering teams, and project-driven organizations in sectors like construction, energy, and professional services. Employers hiring remotely right now include Sargent & Lundy, BAE Systems USA, and Lockheed Martin. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What's it like working for a company where you are treated as more than a number?Empowering. Joining our Supplier Partnership team, you are the backbone behind determining reasonableness of supplier proposed pricing for multiple contracts and programs that keep nations safe. With the diversity of our offerings and work, you'll get to take on new challenges while your career reaches new heights.
BAE Systems is seeking a Cost Analyst with exceptional analytic skills to join the Supplier Cost Analyst team. As a Supplier Cost Analyst, you will analyze supplier cost proposals and provide recommended negotiation positions to Subcontracts/Procurement. Supplier Proposal Analyses are compliant with Electronic Systems estimating system policies and guidance, FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations)/ DFARs (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations) and Truthful Cost Pricing Data (TCPD) requirements. In addition, you will support customer request for information and audits of proposed material.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties
- Be able to prioritize and self-manage a multitasked workload in a fast-paced environment
- Must have strong problem-solving, analytical and in-depth research skills
- Effective communications skills to include writing reports of significant complexity and length. Detail oriented.
- Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel and suppliers
- Utilize analytical and computer skills, and various software packages to prepare appropriate reports and documents
- Support the analysis, evaluation, development and implementation process and system improvements within budget while adhering to strict time requirements and schedule. Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education & Skills
- Experience in proposal preparation with a working knowledge of Project Finance, Contracts or Subcontract Administration with a working knowledge of Cost & Price Analysis for Department of Defense procurements.
- A working understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) with an emphasis on FAR/DFAR compliant proposals.
- Familiarity with Cost Accounting Standards, Contract Cost Principles and Procedures, and Accounting and Proposal preparation procedures. Bachelor Degree preferably in a business, financial, or accounting discipline and six (6)year's work or equivalent experience or a Master’s Degree with four (4) years’experience.
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
What's it like working for a company where you are treated as more than a number?Empowering. Joining our Supplier Partnership team, you are the backbone behind determining reasonableness of supplier proposed pricing for multiple contracts and programs that keep nations safe. With the diversity of our offerings and work, you'll get to take on new challenges while your career reaches new heights.
BAE Systems is seeking a Cost Analyst with exceptional analytic skills to join the Supplier Cost Analyst team. As a Supplier Cost Analyst, you will analyze supplier cost proposals and provide recommended negotiation positions to Subcontracts/Procurement. Supplier Proposal Analyses are compliant with Electronic Systems estimating system policies and guidance, FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations)/ DFARs (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations) and Truthful Cost Pricing Data (TCPD) requirements. In addition, you will support customer request for information and audits of proposed material.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties
- Be able to prioritize and self-manage a multitasked workload in a fast-paced environment
- Must have strong problem-solving, analytical and in-depth research skills
- Effective communications skills to include writing reports of significant complexity and length. Detail oriented.
- Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel and suppliers
- Utilize analytical and computer skills, and various software packages to prepare appropriate reports and documents
- Support the analysis, evaluation, development and implementation process and system improvements within budget while adhering to strict time requirements and schedule. Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education & Skills
- Experience in proposal preparation with a working knowledge of Project Finance, Contracts or Subcontract Administration with a working knowledge of Cost & Price Analysis for Department of Defense procurements.
- A working understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) with an emphasis on FAR/DFAR compliant proposals.
- Familiarity with Cost Accounting Standards, Contract Cost Principles and Procedures, and Accounting and Proposal preparation procedures. Bachelor Degree preferably in a business, financial, or accounting discipline and six (6)year's work or equivalent experience or a Master’s Degree with four (4) years’experience.
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote project cost analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, finance, or accounting
- Proficiency in cost estimating and project controls software such as Primavera P6 or SAP
- Experience developing cost reports, forecasts, and variance analysis for capital projects
- Familiarity with earned value management principles and project lifecycle cost tracking
- AACE International certification such as CCP, CEP, or PSP preferred by many employers
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for cost modeling and budget reconciliation
Tips for Your Remote Project Cost Analyst Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote project cost analyst openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through location-dependent listings mixed in.
Show async cost reporting in your resume
Remote employers want proof you can deliver cost reports, variance analyses, and forecasts without in-person check-ins. Describe specific deliverables you owned independently, the tools you used, and how you communicated findings to distributed stakeholders in writing.
Get fluent in remote-standard cost platforms
Remote project cost analyst roles concentrate at firms using Procore, Oracle Primavera, SAP PS, or similar platforms for distributed project tracking. Hands-on proficiency in at least one of these, backed by examples you can walk through in an interview, signals you can contribute from day one.
Prepare a written work sample before interviewing
Many remote hiring teams ask cost analyst candidates to complete a short take-home exercise covering cost estimation or earned value analysis. Having a clean, well-documented sample ready, formatted for a reader who wasn't present when you built it, shortens your response time and demonstrates remote-ready communication.
Remote Project Cost Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote project cost analyst job?
Target companies with distributed project teams, particularly remote-first construction technology firms, energy companies, and professional services organizations that run multi-site projects without co-located finance staff. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency in cost management platforms like Procore, Oracle Primavera, or SAP. Candidates who document independent cost reporting experience and can demonstrate async collaboration give themselves a real edge over equally qualified applicants.
Which companies hire remote project cost analysts?
Employers currently hiring remote project cost analysts include Sargent & Lundy, BAE Systems USA, and Lockheed Martin, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first engineering and infrastructure firms, distributed construction technology companies, and large energy or professional services organizations managing geographically spread project portfolios.
Can you get a remote project cost analyst job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage cost tracking independently from day one with minimal supervision. Your strongest path is through construction technology startups or smaller remote-first firms that value demonstrated skills over a formal resume. A portfolio showing cost estimates, earned value analyses, or freelance project work, combined with proficiency in cost management software, can substitute for direct employer experience.
Do you need a degree for remote project cost analyst jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers value demonstrated cost control skills, software proficiency, and a record of accurate project forecasting more than a specific credential. A degree in construction management, engineering, finance, or a related field helps with competitive roles, but certifications like the AACE Certified Cost Technician and a portfolio of real cost reporting work can carry similar weight for smaller remote-first teams.
Which industries hire the most remote project cost analysts?
The sectors hiring the most remote project cost analysts are Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed project teams managing work across multiple sites or time zones, making a remote cost analyst a practical operational choice rather than an exception.
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