Specialist - Cost Control OCST20

KBR, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Working Opportunities

Flextime

Leave policies

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Specialist - Cost Control OCST20 with 6–8 years of experience in cost control and project controls. The role emphasizes budgeting, forecasting, and analysis aligned with project schedules, using SAP, MS Dynamics 360, and Advanced Excel tools.

The position involves monitoring cost performance, preparing management reports, and collaborating across engineering teams to ensure accurate cost control and efficient project execution.

Qualifications

• 6 to 8 years experience in Cost Control / Cost Engineering, Project Controls with Engineering background.
• Strong fundamentals in Cost Control Techniques.
• Engineering Hours Control, Progress & Productivity monitoring.
• Variance Analysis with explanation of causes, impacts and corrective actions.
• Ability to align cost/forecast with project schedule.
• Knowledge of IFRS/GAAP/SAP/MS Dynamics 360.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, SAP).
• Advanced Excel skills; Power Pivot & Power BI an added advantage.
• Experience in detailed engineering & EPC projects is a plus.
• Month-end accruals and close experience.
• Change management skills.

Responsibilities

• Budgeting and forecasting of project costs, management reporting (cost & revenue).
• Internal reporting and invoicing.
• Project cost analysis and procurement management.
• Project monitoring & control measures.

Skills

Cost control

Forecasting

Budgeting

ETC/EAC

Progress & productivity monitoring

Variance analysis

Schedule alignment

Excel

Power BI

Communication

Process improvement

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Tools

SAP

MS Dynamics 360

Excel

Power Pivot

Power BI

Job description

Title:

Specialist - Cost Control OCST20

OVERVIEW

KBR’s history is built on the pioneers that set the standard across a variety of industries over the last century. Today, we continue that legacy by developing groundbreaking solutions for government and industry clients. We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world Our team comprise approximately 29,000 people globally, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long- term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver

_ Proud History Bright Future _

KBR is committed to creating safe, collaborative work environments, where all ideas, views and input are respected and considered, regardless of race, religion or gender identity.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability and our Zero Harm culture. We are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. This commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient and safer. We are making big strides in creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce, where all ideas and viewpoints are welcome and encouraged.

_ We Deliver — Together _

WORK LIFE BALANCE

KBR provides excellent family-friendly benefits for team members like Remote Working Opportunities, Flextime, supportive Leave Policies and benefits.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

6 to 8 years experience in Cost Control / Cost Engineering, Project Controls Experience with Engineering background

• Strong fundamentals in Cost Control Techniques
• Independently establish and maintain control budgets and Strong ownership of ETC/EAC and forecast phasing
• Engineering Hours Control, Progress & Productivity monitoring
• Variance Analysis (Must explain causes, impacts and corrective actions)
• Ability to align cost/forecast with project schedule
• Knowledge of IFRS/GAAP/ SAP / MS Dynamics 360
• Excellent computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office software, SAP)
• Excellent Skills in Excel, Power Pivot & Power BI is added advantage
• Prior Experience in Handling Detail Engineering & EPC Project Experience is added advantage
• Month end Accruals and close experience
• Change management skills
• Advance Excel Skills
• Experience with process improvement and improving process workflows
• Strong, effective written and oral communication skills
• Highly motivated, self-starter
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Proactively contributes to the team
• Good communication skills with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externally
• Perform and manage project Controls activity monitoring and Analysis
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
• Responsible for the budgeting and forecasting of project costs, Management Reporting (Cost & Revenue), Internal Reporting, Invoicing, Project Cost analysis, procurement management, Project Monitoring & Control Measures.