Project Controls Analyst

Evergy; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 54,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergy is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to support both renewable and conventional generation projects. You will work under the Manager Project Controls to track scope, cost, and schedules, partnering with Development Project Managers and Construction Supervisors to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget.

The role involves forecasting, budgeting, cost reporting, schedule updates, and risk management across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, finance or related field.
• Proficient in spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Experience with project controls, budgeting and scheduling tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and budget projects across renewable and conventional generation initiatives.
• Develop and maintain project cost information, tracking budgets, commitments, expenditures, forecasts and variances.
• Prepare monthly capex and O&M reporting to stakeholders.
• Update schedule progress and manage risk registers for multiple projects.
• Coordinate with Development Engineers and Project Managers to develop cost estimates and analyze variances.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost reporting

Scheduling

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering/finance

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

PAY RANGE:

Project Controls Analyst I: $54,400 - $68,000

Project Controls Analyst II: $66,600 - $83,200

Sr. Project Controls Analyst: $75,300 - $100,400

Lead Project Controls Analyst: $88,800 - $118,400

Scheduled Work Hours:

Monday - Friday, typically 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with additional work hours as required.

Summary of Primary Duties:

Evergy is committed to leading the Responsible Portfolio Transition. Under general direction of the Manager Project Controls, the successful candidate in this key role will be responsible for project controls for renewable and conventional generation projects. The Project Controls Analyst will be a key member of the team and will be responsible for tracking and reporting on scope, cost and schedules. This position primarily partners with the Development Project Managers and Construction Supervisors, for both renewable and conventional generation projects, to assist in completing new generation projects on time and on budget.

Summary of Primary Responsibilities:

• Forecast & Budget
• Assist in the review process with Development team stakeholders
• Assist in budget development and forecasting during the life of the project
• Work with the Development team to develop, maintain and report project cost information. This will include tracking budgets, commitments, expenditures, forecasts and variances on direct and indirect costs, and summarizing planned, actual and remaining spend estimates.
• Outlook
• Monthly tracking and variance analysis by project
• Monthly Capex and O&M reporting to project stakeholders
• Develop project cost estimates in conjunction with Development Engineers and Project Managers
• Post-construction cost variance review
• Schedules
• Update schedule progress as required
• Ad Hoc Tracking and Reporting
• Southwest Power Pool, Regulatory, Data Requests, monthly project and financial reporting, etc.
• Maintain and actively monitor project risk registers
• Manage, track and report on risks to project scope, cost and scheduleAdditional duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, finance, accounting. General finance or accounting experience is highly preferred, and candidate should be proficient in the use of spreadsheet and word process software applications. Work experience must support abilities to work independently, assimilate and process diverse information, and communicate effectively with management, teammates, and stakeholders. Experience in Microsoft Project, Primivera P6, or other resource loaded scheduling software is preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

• A good understanding of work and business processes related to budgeting of large project work.
• Must demonstrate a general understanding of financial reporting and assimilating information for reports.
• Must be able to work independently and resolve work process issues utilizing analytical thinking, creative problem solving and sound reasoning.
• Good administrative and technical abilities to deal with large volumes of data and deal with multiple priorities and projects.
• Requires comprehensive skills in personal computer applications, and preferred knowledge financial system applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to present information to other work groups in a concise manner.
• Must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment and build relationships with all customers and work groups.
• Must demonstrate exceptional skills in interpersonal relations, self-motivation, and organization.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Working Conditions:

Office, home and field working conditions. May require work beyond normal hours and occasional overnight travel. Must have a satisfactory work record including excellent attendance.