Project Controls Analyst

Your Job

Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) is looking for a Project Controls Analyst to collaborate with Turnaround and Project teams across KAES sites to leverage integrated processes, systems and data to analyze performance, forecast results, and guide adjustments which help deliver competitive cost outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in influencing partnerships, executing change management strategies, and implementing best practices. They will successfully collaborate and develop mutually beneficial relationships.

This position will be based at our main campus in Wichita, Kansas. Up to 25% of travel will be required for this role to our business sites in the US and Canada.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with Project and Turnaround teams to align on cost management plans, partnering with teams to deliver predictable and competitive outcomes
• Apply Koch's Principle Based Management principles to cost management practices
• Build strong relationships and be a preferred partner
• Partner with stakeholders to develop forecasts, analyze cost variances, derive insights, and influence outcomes
• Align team cost structures with execution plans and KAES standards.
• Improve data integrity through consistent application of KAES frameworks Support risk optimization and change management throughout the project lifecycle
• Proactively challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Willingness to travel up to 25% to our business sites in the US and Canada
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Experience in developing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships
• Experience regularly adapting to and quickly learning new processes, technologies, or systems within a fast-paced environment
• Experience in analyzing data and influencing profitable business decisions
• Experience prioritizing daily tasks to optimize value creation and support stakeholder interests.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in cost management practices like forecasting, change management, WBS/CBS buildup, and risk management
• Experience in Turnaround or Capital projects within industrial or construction settings
• Experience with project, reporting and analytics software such as Alteryx, Redshift, Tableau, PowerBI, etc.
• Familiarity with tools like EcoSys, Maximo, or @Risk

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) is a global provider of value-added solutions for the agriculture, turf and ornamental, energy and chemical markets. From agriculture to energy, KAES makes things grow better with plant nutrient and biological technologies. Our team of innovators unleash their potential while developing the technologies that feed and power the world.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

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