Principal Cost & Carbon Analyst | Mott MacDonald – Bengaluru, India
Job Description
Summary
Mott MacDonald is seeking an experienced Principal Cost & Carbon Analyst to lead sustainable cost and carbon data analysis for large-scale infrastructure projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on international Water, Environment, Energy, Rail, Highways, and Ports projects, capturing, validating, and analyzing cost and carbon data to drive efficiency and sustainability. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in quantity surveying, engineering, or construction disciplines, proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Python, PowerBI), and a passion for delivering innovative and sustainable project solutions.
Job Details at a Glance
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Principal Cost & Carbon Analyst |
| Company | Mott MacDonald |
| Location | Bengaluru, India |
| Contract Type | Permanent, Full-Time |
| Experience Required | 5+ years in cost & carbon data analysis or related fields |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or Construction Discipline |
| Tools / Software | Excel, SQL, Python, PowerBI, R, CCS Candy, Benchmark Estimating System |
| Market / Discipline | Water, Environment, Energy, Rail, Highways, Ports, Cost & Quantity Surveying |
| Work Model | Agile / Flexible |
Key Responsibilities
As a Principal Cost & Carbon Analyst, you will:
- Capture, validate, and curate cost and carbon data at various project stages, including tender submissions, two-stage awards, and project completion.
- Review contractor-submitted cost data against the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to ensure accurate allocation and tagging.
- Maintain and manage cost and carbon databases, ensuring normalization for inflation and asset standard updates.
- Analyze project data and technical drawings to extract relevant cost and carbon information.
- Allocate costs and apply yardsticks to project assets accurately.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders for accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and sustainability statements for internal and client use.
- Identify trends and insights to support decision-making, efficiency improvements, and risk mitigation.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations for cost and carbon reporting.
- Continuously improve data capture processes and methodologies.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or Construction discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in cost data analysis, carbon reporting, or sustainability consulting.
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, SQL, Python, PowerBI, R).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow structured processes and maintain data accuracy.
- Collaborative approach with the ability to work across multidisciplinary project teams.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations for cost and carbon reporting.
- Experience in Water, Environment, Transport, or Energy sectors.
- Expertise in Cost and Contract management for infrastructure projects.
- Hands-on experience with estimating software such as CCS Candy or Benchmark Estimating System.
- Knowledge of carbon footprinting, LCA, or sustainable project metrics.
Why Join Mott MacDonald?
- Agile and flexible working environment to support work-life balance.
- Competitive annual leave, sick leave, and group incentive schemes.
- Global career opportunities and exposure to international projects.
- Access to cutting-edge tools, digital innovation, and sustainability initiatives.
- Diverse and inclusive workplace promoting professional development and collaboration.
Apply Now
Take your career to the next level as a Principal Cost & Carbon Analyst at Mott MacDonald. Lead international projects and drive sustainability in infrastructure.