Project Cost Analyst

Temporary Job Request Number: CWP - 1517 - Project Cost Analyst

Contingent Worker Information
Position Title Project Cost Analyst
NYPA Business Unit Utility Operations
Experience Level 1 (1-5 years)
Work Location White Plains Office
Anticipated Start Date Immediate
Duration of Assignment 12 month(s)
Project/Assignment Project Cost Controls
CWP Manager Christine.Prendergast@nypa.gov
Date of Posting 10/14/2026
Due Date 10/29/2026

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday. 7.5-hour workday with .5-hour unpaid lunch. Paid for actual time worked; there are no paid vacation or sick days. During NYPA and Canals holidays, the business is closed, and no work is permitted. NYPA requires a hybrid schedule of a minimum of 3 days on-site, up to including fully on-site depending on department requirements.

CWPO Engagement Requirements

Candidates are REQUIRED to be local to the Tri-State area and in W2 tax status as an hourly paid employee of Service Provider. Fully remote positions are prohibited. Hybrid schedules are permissible with a minimum of 3 days on-site depending on assignment and can be fully on-site depending on business needs. Remote work privileges can be revoked at any time. NYPA does not provide laptops. Instead, NYPA provides desktops and dedicated workstations which candidates will remote into from their personal equipment on virtual days. If candidate does not have proper equipment, internet connection, or he/she is deemed to not work effectively from home, the hybrid privilege will be revoked. Vendors must disclose foreign national status and all Visas at the time of candidate submission. Additionally, a Benefits Waiver and Ethics Disclosure will be required of the candidate during onboarding.

Submission Instructions

Your email submissions must contain:
The LEGAL name of candidate (no aliases, monikers, or nicknames)
Job Broadcast number in your email subject header
Visa work authorization, if applicable
For job broadcasts outside your contractual compensation schedules, use competitive rates based on local and state compensation.
NYPA CWP staff will contact you if your candidate is selected to be interviewed, which is usually via MS Teams. Please inform your candidates that an interview does not indicate acceptance of the proposed labor rates.
For all questions or concerns, please contact Christine Prendergast at Christine.Prendergast@nypa.gov or Markus Caruso at Markus.Caruso@nypa.gov.

Project Overview

This role will support the project Cost Controls team across a variety of Project Portfolios. This role plays a critical part in ensuring NYPA's Project Cost Control discipline is assured across project, enabling project teams, leadership, and other key stakeholders to make informed decisions to support the successful execution of Projects.

Job Functions & Responsibilities

Staff will be partnered 1:1 with a NYPA Cost Analyst and be assigned a sub-set of projects within that Cost Analysts purview for daily management. Prepare for and attend Project update meetings, providing overviews of project cost variances and forecasts. Support core processes, such as Invoice Processing, Contract Financial Commitment management, Project Administrative Closure, and Accrual collection Skills

Skills

Intermediate-level skills in Excel Strong communicator and problem solver Ability to manage standardized processes across multiple projects

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree required Familiarity with project controls tools and techniques preferred Experience in energy, infrastructure, or construction industries