Project Control - Cost Analyst

US Tech Solutions; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 61,992 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions firm is seeking candidates for a project controls role in Cincinnati, OH. This position involves cost forecasting, reporting, and collaboration with a team. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, along with a working knowledge of project management concepts. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence three days a week, and pays between $45.00/hr and $70.00/hr based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of project controls experience in lieu of a degree.
• Working knowledge of Project Management/Project Controls concepts.
• Experience with scheduling software and financial tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost forecasting and reporting tasks for various projects.
• Work with a team of Project Controls Analysts and Schedulers.
• Develop skills to work with increased independence.

Skills

Excel

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Two-year college degree in business, finance, project management, or equivalent

Four-year college degree in business, finance, project management, or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Business Objects

MS Office Suite

Job description

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This range is provided by US Tech Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $70.00/hr

Duration: 36+ Months

Hybrid, 3 days/week in office

Job Description

• Workers at this level are responsible for routine aspects of project control assignments with close supervision.
• Workers are expected to develop their skills and gain the ability to work with increased independence.
• This worker will be expected to work with a team of Project Controls Analysts and Schedulers.
• Workers at this level will perform cost forecasting and reporting tasks for a portfolio of projects budgeted anywhere from $10K to $1M annual spend, comparing monthly actuals to the project baseline and identifying variances.
• This position will work in partnership with a more experienced Project Controls Analyst.
• Prerequisite knowledge of Excel, good problem‑solving skills, and strong collaborative and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic project controls principles.
• This position is typically assigned to “White” or “Green” projects per the Project Management Center of Excellence Project Profile Matrix.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from a two‑year college or university — business, finance, project management, engineering, technical, or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years of project controls experience in lieu of a degree.
• Working knowledge of Project Management / Project Controls concepts and computer applications such as scheduling software, financial tools, and spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from a four‑year college or university — business, finance, project management, engineering, technical, or equivalent.
• PMI or AACE certification (PMP, CAPM, PMI‑SP, AACE‑CCC, AACE‑PSP, AACE‑CEP, AACE‑EVP).
• Experience with software such as MS Project, Primavera, Business Objects, Passport, MS Office Suite, Prolog, Visio, Access, Powerplant, Maximo, PeopleSoft.

About US Tech Solutions

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on‑demand and total workforce solutions. To learn more, visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

Equal Opportunity

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.