Construction Analyst

Project Cost Analyst

Dallas, TX

Transforming The Way Construction Owners Use Technology & Data

Are you passionate about technology, problem-solving, and making a real impact in a fast-paced environment? Do you thrive working with high-performing teams and delivering exceptional client service? If so, the Project Cost Analyst role at Avicado could be your perfect fit. This dynamic and multifaceted position plays a critical role in driving operational excellence for our clients.

You will love this job if…

• You are a high performer, self-starter, and love to learn.
• You take ownership of projects and drive impact.
• You connect and grow both inside and outside the organization.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while staying authentic and having fun.

What you’ll do…

• Deliver end-to-end cost control services including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within financial parameters and with maximum value.
• Project Team Collaboration: Support Project Managers by owning all cost-related processes for both Prime and Subcontractor scopes. Serve as the central point for financial coordination, allowing PMs to focus on schedule, quality, and delivery.
• Tool Optimization & Process Efficiency: Analyze current tool usage (particularly Procore) and identify opportunities for data streamlining and process improvement. Recommend and implement additional systems/tools as needed to support client objectives.
• Cross-Phase Coordination: Facilitate smooth hand-offs between Preconstruction, Construction, and Operations teams regarding cost-related matters. Attend key Preconstruction meetings to ensure knowledge continuity across project phases.
• Core Areas of Focus:
• Budget Development and Cost Projections
• Cash Flow Management
• Client Billing Coordination
• Invoice Processing Oversight
• Purchase Order Lifecycle Management
• Change Order Documentation and Management

You should have...

• Proven track record in managing costs for hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center projects.
• 5 years of data center construction scheduling and/or project management expertise.
• Deep understanding of cost drivers in data center development, including MEP-intensive systems, high-capacity electrical infrastructure, cooling technologies, and IT/telecom integration.
• Current knowledge of material costs, labor rates, and supply chain risks in key markets.
• Experience aligning cost management with scheduling, procurement, and risk management processes.
• Strong communication and reporting skills to deliver actionable insights to developers, owners, and construction teams.
• Experience in contract support including negotiation, change order (CO) review and analysis, monthly invoicing, client billing, and change management in large, multi-stakeholder projects.
• A proactive, self-starting mindset with a high degree of ownership and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of data center or mission critical experience.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, phased scheduling strategies in high-performance projects.

Characteristics of an ideal candidate

• Responsive; We takes great pride in reacting quickly and positively to our clients and teammates, both internal and external
• Innovative; a desire to drive innovation through new and unique solutions while embracing creative ideas
• Entrepreneurial; the drive to take initiative, deliver results, and create value for our clients
• Empowered; bring solutions instead of problems
• Performance Driven & Accountable; sets goals and challenges our high-performance culture
• Even-tempered; handles pressure and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Coachable; recognizes strengths & weakness and open to guidance