Project Cost Control Analyst

R. F. Wilkins Consultants, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Cost Control Analyst to manage cost controls for major infrastructure projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a large government agency while being part of a dynamic consultancy that values teamwork and professional growth. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in cost estimation and budget management to support project delivery programs. Join a close-knit team dedicated to achieving client goals and advancing your career in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive on challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 3-5 years experience or 7-10 years cost control.
• Experience with large, complex projects and programs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of project/program budgets and forecasts.
• Generate detailed independent cost estimates for projects.
• Assist in change management and price negotiations.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Budget Management

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

About the Firm

R.F. Wilkins Consultants, Inc. is a New York-based Business Development and Management Consulting firm. We partner with non-profits, small businesses, government agencies, and corporations to meet their development and expansion needs.Services under our umbrella include fundraising and capital sourcing, project management and technical assistance, marketing and branding, stakeholder engagement, and compliance. We are a growing and nimble firm working strategically to meet our clients’ goals. We have a close-knit team working in a fast-paced environment. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we encourage flexible work and continuous growth opportunities.

About the Role

Our client, a large government agency, is seeking a skilled Project Cost Control Analyst to own cost controls for major infrastructure projects and to support project management and construction management.The successful candidate will have experience developing cost estimates for complex projects and will be able to generate independent cost estimates, conduct quality control on others’ estimates, and support project teams in maintaining budgets.

In this role, you would join our team at R.F. Wilkins and enjoy all the support and resources made available to our staff while being fully dedicated to the client's project delivery programs. This is the ideal opportunity for an experienced cost control professional who is seeking to learn and grow, take on a complex challenge, and work within a large government agency while benefiting from the teamwork, camaraderie, and support that we provide as a small consultancy of like-minded professionals dedicated to the development and growth of each of our team members. The Project Cost Control Analyst reports directly to the Project Director and works closely day-to-day with agency project sponsors.

Responsibilities

• Support cost control team in the maintenance of project/program budgets and forecasts
• Assist Project Managers in the generation of weekly, monthly, and special cost reports in a timely manner for client and program leadership to monitor progress and project status
• Generate detailed independent cost estimates, determining the cost of each item from prior work experience and current estimating standards and databases
• Prepare a detailed breakdown of components and elements by discipline and summarize the total
• Generate conceptual estimates to establish rough order of magnitude project costs prior to full development of scope/design for various facilities
• Perform quality control on cost estimates and proposals generated by third parties to determine if there are irregularities in scope, cost, or schedule
• Provide support in change management and price negotiations
• Review specifications, drawings, and sketches to generate quantities and cost information for materials, equipment, and services for contract modifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Finance, or Business; related degree plus 3-5 years relevant experience; or 7-10 years cost control experience in lieu of post-secondary education
• Experience working on large, complex projects and programs
• Experience working as client’s Project Management / Construction Management agent (i.e., providing PM/CM services)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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