Construction Cost Analyst, NA
Vantage Data Centers
Denver, Colorado
Full-Time
$70,000
HybridAssociate
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Construction Department
The Construction team is responsible for the entire process flow of delivering the physical data centers from shovel ready state through commissioning, working with Sales, Operations, and management along the way. Construction implements and executes upon the work product developed by the Development & Engineering (D&E) team. The team also manages Vantage’s build partners to success through technical feedback and review, and actively participating in review of schedule and budget. Many times, a role like this at other companies is purely oversight. One thing that distinguishes Vantage is that our construction teams are given the responsibility and authority to directly drive the process. When compared to external resources, our internal team can ensure the key stakeholders are engaged in the decision-making process to align long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost metrics to deliver products aligned with corporate goals. This approach empowers each member of the team to drive high- impact decisions and even more impactful results.
Position Overview
This role is hybrid in Denver, CO.
Vantage is seeking a detail focused Construction Cost Analyst who enjoys working with numbers, managing multiple priorities, and supporting a fast paced construction finance environment. This role supports various members of the Construction Cost Finance team and operates with a level of independence under general supervision.
The Analyst assists with routine financial and administrative tasks, including project cost data entry, report preparation, data integrity support, and construction cost accounting operations. While challenges may arise, they are typically not complex, allowing the Analyst to apply established financial practices with guidance. The role contributes to team success through clear communication, collaboration, and consistent support.
Essential Job Functions
Administrative, Accounting, and Project Cost Support
Assist with entering and updating construction cost data across systems.
Support the processing of pay application billings, budgets, insurance certificates, lien waivers, and related documentation.
Assist with capital purchase order processing to help ensure alignment with project schedules and budgets.
Provide support to Construction Administration with contract files, documentation, and tracking activities.
Help perform basic QA checks on cost codes, project entries, and supporting documents.
Construction Cost Accounting Operations
Assist with entering and reconciling data between Yardi and Procore.
Support the review of pay applications and help prepare them for approval.
Assist with processing CAPEX invoices and progress billings for review.
Prepare draftinvoiceand debtor lists for team review.
Support the Construction Cost Finance team with CAPEX project loan documentation, contractor documents, invoices, and purchase orders.
Data Reconciliation, Research, and Integrity
Assistwith reconciling system databases tomaintaindata integrity and continuity.
Support data research, compilation, and basic analysis to aid financialdecision making.
Research straightforward CAPEX questions and escalate issues when needed.
Construction Cost Reporting
Assistwith preparing andconsolidatingmonthly invoicing and cost summaries for capital project funding.
Help update recurring KPI reports, project tracking spreadsheets, and monthly EAC templates with actuals.
Maintain organized databases of project, contract, and cost information.
Assistwith audit requests by pulling files and preparing supporting materials.
Help with PO closeout tasks for completed projects.
General Support
Maintain organized files, logs, and documentation.
Assistwith identifying data inconsistencies or gaps andsupportprocess improvement efforts.
Performadditionaladministrative or financial tasks as assigned by Management.
Job Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, or a related field preferred but not required.
Basic understanding of construction cost accounting.
Experience
1+yearof relevant industry experience (construction, real estate, and/or tech).
Data center or construction industry experience preferred but notrequired.
Skills
Strong dedication to customer service and team collaboration.
Ability to respond effectively to critical issues and challenging inquiries.
Critical thinking skills with the ability toidentifyissues and support efficiency improvements.
Highly organized with the ability toassistacross multiple projects in afastpacedenvironment.
Capable of prioritizing work with minimal direction.
Travel up to 5%, with potential for increased travel as the business evolves.
Physical Demands and Special Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Additional Details
This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.
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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!