Project Controls Cost Analyst II

ReNuke Services, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNuke Services, Inc. seeks a Project Controls Cost Analyst II for our client’s site in Charlotte, NC. The role involves supporting project controls through data gathering, forecasting, and cost analysis on varied projects.

Responsibilities include reporting, change control, benchmarking, and maintaining cost estimates with close collaboration with estimators. Hybrid work arrangement with on-site site visits as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in project controls and cost forecasting.
• Proficient in Excel with advanced data analysis capabilities.
• Ability to manage cost baselines and variance analyses.

Responsibilities

• Generate periodic project controls reports and analyze data.
• Track and manage changes to scope and cost baseline.
• Conduct benchmarking and self-assessment for controls.
• Maintain cost estimates, cash flow tracking, and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with estimators to create cost estimates and controls.

Skills

Excel Advanced

Cost Analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Variance Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Project Controls Software

Job description

Details

ReNuke Services is seeking a Project Controls Cost Analyst II for our client\"s site in Charlotte, NC!

Description

Project Controls Specialist ? Cost Analyst

Job Summary

This position is responsible for initiating and completing routine aspects of project control assignments, using prescribed methods and tools. This position performs the more complex aspects of project forecasting, cost alignment to schedules, cost analysis, variance analysis, budgeting, trending and burn rates, change control, and cost control, while reporting up to program or portfolio level.This position supports Project Managers on varying size projects and is expected to perform responsibilities with minimal oversight. The position is considered a technical SME/support position and requires college level reasoning via formal education or work experience. It requires working knowledge to proficient use, understanding and application of project controls principles, procedures, and associated project controls software tools. This position must be able to identify problems, develop solutions and take actions to resolve them. This position must be adept at picking up and using unfamiliar software and able to work with large and complex data files. Advanced to expert level of experience in Excel is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Generate periodic project controls reports (monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc). Responsible for gathering, verifying, validating, and analyzing data in support of project controls reporting. Responsible for distributing and archiving project controls reports as appropriate.
• Perform Change Control. Track and manage changes to the project scope and cost baseline. Identify, assess, gain approval for, and distribute change requests, change notices and/or change orders in a manner compliant with internal governance standards and terms and conditions of relevant contracts (as appropriate).
• Project Controls Benchmarking and Self-Assessment Initiatives. Assist in scheduling and carrying out benchmarking and self-assessment initiatives relevant to project controls and the types of projects typically managed by the project controls group. Identify and communicate improvement opportunities, adoption of best practices and counter measures to address gaps in performance.
• Expertise in Project Controls Methodologies. Experience with maintaining cost estimates, tracking, and trending cash flow reports, change control documentation (scope or cost) and/or any reports associated with project controls. Tracks and reports project status, performs variance and other data analyses at a level appropriate for the project.
• Create and Maintain Project Estimate. Work with Estimator(s) to create or create project cost estimate to establish effective cost controls management. Assure that project estimate includes all necessary materials, resource / labor rates, manufactured materials / equipment as well as current industry data relative to project scope. Manage the estimate according to Project Management Center of Excellence Estimating Standard and review cycle.
• Effective Team Participation. The PCS is responsible for maintaining effective relationships with customers, supports the resolution of quality issues and completes assignments (proposals, project tasks, reports, etc.) as negotiated. Displays proficiency in conflict resolution and reaching win-win outcomes among team members.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid ? Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility.
• Will this worker be required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)? If so, what kind? Yes, occasionally for site visits. Hard hat, safety glasses and safety vest are provided by Duke. Other PPE needed is not reimbursed by Duke.
• Will this worker work in the field, plant, lab or office environment? Office - Note: Will be required to visit a project site once a quarter.

Schedule

• Hybrid; Tuesday is a required in-office day, other days can be chosen by the individual.
• Would you consider candidates reporting to other Duke Energy offices? If so, are there any specifically? No
• Would you consider candidates who will relocate? If so, are there any criteria you look for in these candidates to merit consideration? Yes, if they can confirm they will move to Charlotte or surrounding areas. Not looking for individuals who live 2-3+ hours away and want to drive in to the office 3 days a week.