Project Cost Analyst

Over J is a consulting firm with a solid foundation in engineering and utilities. We are keenly focused on partnering with our clients to find solutions to their toughest challenges in the fields of Engineering, Data & Database Management, Technology, Learning & Instructional Design, and Project Management. We are headquartered in downtown Los Angeles, CA and are proud partners of some of the largest utilities in the state, including Southern California Gas Company, San Diego Gas & Electric, and Los Angeles Department of Water & Power. Over J was founded as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a vision to enhance diversity and representation in the fields of engineering and utilities and we continue to contribute to this vision with every project, partnership, and new hire we invite to join our growing team. We’re currently seeking a talented Project Cost Analyst , who will report to Controller. This will be a full-time position and the Project Cost Analyst is expected to work on-site at our office in Downtown Los Angeles. Responsibilities Responsible for the review of estimate, schedule, budget and estimate to complete data for assigned projects. Analyze schedule progress and performance and identify developing problem areas. Assemble and compile schedule and cost data and inputs into the project control database and provide output to the project team. Analyze critical path and restraints to determine the effect of changes to the schedule; recommend workarounds. Advise management of risks that may affect project profit, costs, schedules and client relations. Support the Project Management team in maintaining timely and effective change management processes, procedures and systems. Help with development of KPIs and metrics to track progress. QA/QC compliance documents and store in document controls system. Support the development and maintenance of any periodic (daily, weekly, monthly) status reports to keep management and/or owner informed on the project progress. Review invoices for correctness and compliance with contract terms and conditions. Ensure that all commitments and invoices are accurately reported into the cost system. Participate in the development of the Project Completion Report including the evaluation of all subcontractors and major vendors. Incorporate field schedules in the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB). On field assignments, assist with quantity tracking, retrieving project data from subcontractors. Required / Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field with 3 to 5 years of project and/or construction management experience. Must have knowledge of Primavera Project Planner (P6) and Microsoft Project Suite. Must be able to demonstrate required knowledge of project control principles; understand the principles and concepts of cost engineering as it relates to budgeting, monitoring and tracking actual costs, change orders and forecasting; have advanced skills in planning and scheduling utilizing the critical path method, and be able, to set up basic cost reports required by the project manager. Must understand the various contract types, i.e., cost plus, T&M, FFP and provide interpretation of the prime contract requirements. Must have hands‑on experience and be able to set up basic design and construction schedules and possess the knowledge of calculating physical percent complete and calculating overall percent complete for the project. Must possess technical and practical applications of engineering, procurement and construction functions. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of cost accounting systems like SAP is a plus. Knowledge of IBM Cognos TM1 is a plus. Experience with Gas Utilities is a plus. Why Over J? At Over J, we’re OVER-the-moon about our team and know we couldn’t do the amazing work we do without them. Because of that, we make it our top priority to support our talented team members with compensation, benefits, and perks that inspire them to be and do their best work every day! Benefits Multiple medical plans to choose from 50% employer-paid medical, dental & vision plans and 100% life & AD&D insurance coverage for employees. Effective on the first of the month following the date of hire. Employer-matched 401(k) plan 24/7 access to coaches & mental health benefits Monthly commuter stipend of $115.00 Monthly technology stipend of $25 Bereavement leave 10 days of paid time off per year with unlimited accrual 6 days of paid sick time per year 11 paid company-wide holidays Hybrid work environment (option to work remotely on Fridays) Volunteering and learning & development opportunities. Fully stocked kitchen (occasionally lunches and happy hours too) Team building events and activities throughout the year. Over J is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees thrive. We encourage all interested candidates to apply, even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed above. We’re looking for TALENT not pedigrees. “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” #J-18808-Ljbffr