About Vantage Data Centers

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.

Position Overview

This role can be based at our US location: Denver, CO.

Vantage is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Construction Cost Analyst to support cost tracking, documentation, and financial coordination across our Data Center development projects. This role will work closely with the Construction Cost & Finance team to assist with pay application review (G702/G703), lien waiver tracking, cost data analysis, and construction spend alignment. The Construction Cost Analyst will utilize systems like ProCore and Yardi to organize project cost information, support invoice and contract processing, and help ensure accurate, timely reporting on construction performance. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in construction finance and gain hands-on experience with real estate development and project controls.

Essential Job Functions

• Analyze construction costs and review project performance metrics to ensure alignment with approved budgets and schedules.

• Work within ProCore (Construction Management Tool) and Yardi (ERP system) to manage and track construction spend and cost data.

• Assist in reviewing and organizing contractor pay applications (G702/G703); prior experience with these forms is not required but preferred.

• Coordinate and maintain documentation such as lien waivers and insurance certificates, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

• Develop and maintain data sets related to construction costs and vendor performance.

• Align construction spend data with project schedules to support forecasting and financial accuracy.

• Conduct site visits to assess material delivery (e.g., steel, concrete) and validate work-in-place billing against progress.

• Collaborate with construction teams, vendors, banks, and lenders to ensure transparency, compliance, and financial accountability.

• Perform forensic reviews of cost and billing data to identify inconsistencies or discrepancies.

• Support the preparation of reports and insights for internal stakeholders based on data gathered from systems and field analysis.

• Participate in project meetings and site walkthroughs to gain context and provide cost-related insights.

• Provide support to project and finance teams on budgeting, reconciliation, and compliance-related issues.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in construction, cost analysis, or financial operations preferred but not required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ProCore and Yardi is strongly preferred.

• Basic understanding of construction cost concepts and job cost accounting principles.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including project managers, vendors, and financial stakeholders.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Self-starter with a high level of accountability and initiative.

• Willingness to travel to construction sites to support field-level analysis and team coordination.

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage shifting priorities.

• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, accuracy, and team-based problem-solving.

• Travel required is expected to be up to 25% but may increase over time 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;