Project Controls Analyst

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors seeks an experienced Capital Cost Analyst to plan, schedule, and control costs for large industrial projects in the United States. You will work with Project Managers to define requisitions, monitor commitments in SAP/Ariba, and support monthly Value of Work Done.

Qualifications include a BS in a related field, 10+ years in cost control and earned value, and strong Excel/data analysis skills; AACE or PMI certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in construction/capital projects.
• Experience in planning, scheduling, cost control and estimating for capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule heavy industrial projects, monitor costs and estimates.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to define requisitions and documentation.
• Support Change Management and requisition coding in SAP/Ariba.
• Assist in Goods Receipts (GRs) for capital purchase orders.
• Track and forecast project commitments and expenditures.
• Close capital projects after substantial completion.

Skills

Project scheduling

Cost control

Estimating

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Science/Building Science or related field

Master's degree in related field (preferred)

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Ariba

MS Office Suite

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob Scope: Generally responsible for planning and scheduling heavy industrial engineering projects, monitoring project costs and/or estimating projects. Work will be performed under minimal supervision.Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:Engage with Project Managers to ensure requisitions are clearly defined and contain all necessary documentation.Support the Change Management process.Assist in the creation and coding of requisitions to Contractors.Supports the monthly Value of Work Done (VOWD) process by requesting and documenting Contractor returned progress.Supports the Project Controls team with work process development and improvements.Perform monthly Goods Receipts (GRs) for Capital Project purchase orders.Support capital project closure process once a project is substantially complete.Timely closure of purchase orders in SAP / AribaTrack, monitor, forecast project commitments and expendituresIdeal BackgroundEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field is highly preferred.Certification: AACE International or Project Management Institute (PMI) certification is preferred.Experience: This position requires 10 or more years of relevant industrial experience in planning, scheduling, cost control and estimating.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Degree from an accredited university or college, or in lieu of a degree, High school degree and 4-6 years of relevant experience supporting capital projects as a cost analyst in a manufacturing and chemical/refining environment.Use of SAPWorking knowledge of AribaMS Office SuiteBasic understanding of accounting principlesPrior experience in a capital cost analyst role supporting capital projects.Basic Cost Management knowledgeSafety Council trainingAbility to work unsupervised.Ability to challenge effectively and professionally.Ability to multi-taskAbility to communicate effectively in different group settings.Demonstrated ability in prioritizing daily activities along with strong analytical skills and data analysis.Ability to consolidate data into key metrics and communicate them effectively.Excel knowledge, formulas, pivot tablesKnowledge of earned value and cost progress processesPhysical Requirements:Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.Hargrove CultureWe work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.Equal Opportunity Employment StatementHargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.