Cost Manager

Talentify; Rock Hill (SC); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid vacations & holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a PMO Cost Manager to lead project cost management across a portfolio, ensuring accurate planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance measurement.

Based at Rock Hill, SC with a hybrid work arrangement, you will report to the Project Controls Director and guide cost accounting methods, analytics, and reporting to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics or related field.
• 12+ years of experience managing project budgets, forecasts, schedules, earned value metrics, and cost performance.
• Some supervisory experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management and cost accounting activities for programs within the assigned department or area.
• Prepare and direct the implementation of cost accounting methods, systems, and control processes.
• Oversee cost control systems to ensure accurate tracking and analysis of costs.
• Manage cost audits; address findings and corrective actions.
• Prepare cost accounting and financial reports for senior and executive management.
• Provide leadership to professional employees, supervisors, and technical staff as applicable.
• Develop, implement, and refine processes to support functional cost management strategies.
• Apply expertise to resolve operational, technical, customer, or employee issues.

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a PMO Cost Manager, you will lead project cost management activities for a portfolio of projects within the assigned area, ensuring accurate planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance measurement throughout the project lifecycle. You will provide managerial and technical leadership in the development and execution of project controls processes, including cost forecasting, earned value management, cost and schedule integration, change management, and performance reporting. The Cost Manager oversees cost control systems and project controls personnel, delivering actionable project performance insights that support operational decision‑making, successful project execution, and achievement of business objectives.

You will report to the Project Controls Director and be located at our Rock Hill, SC location working hybrid. A relocation package is not available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cost management and cost accounting activities for programs within the assigned department or area.
• Prepare and direct the implementation of cost accounting methods, systems, and control processes.
• Oversee cost control systems to ensure accurate tracking and analysis of costs.
• Manage cost audits; address findings and corrective actions.
• Prepare cost accounting and financial reports for presentation to senior and executive management.
• Provide leadership to professional employees, supervisors, and technical or support staff as applicable.
• Provide technical guidance and expert direction to employees to improve the effectiveness and quality of cost deliverables.
• Develop, implement, and refine processes to support functional cost management strategies.
• Apply in-depth expertise in cost management and related disciplines to resolve operational, technical, customer, or employee issues.
• Interpret business conditions and adapt work priorities and plans within own area accordingly.
• Manage the budget for the assigned area; allocate financial and staffing resources to meet operational goals.
• Develop operational plans and coordinate resources to support short- and mid-term goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and management and cost experience.
• 12 plus years of experience managing project budgets, forecasts, schedules, earned value metrics, and cost performance for projects or programs, as well as some supervisory experience.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. We estimate the base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon qualifications, to be $130,400 to $163,000 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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