Project Controls Specialist - Cost

Project Controls Specialist - Cost

The Project Controls Cost Analyst will work collaboratively with an external client and their project team to develop, manage and control project budgets for utility scale transmission energy projects in various life-cycle phases from development through commercial operation. Candidate must be able to work collaboratively with Project Management and the client's project teams.

What You'll Do

• Work closely with Project Managers and project team to develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans
• Coordinate with Project Managers and other stakeholders to ensure project financial data is complete and supports project completion to plan
• Gather project financial information and data from all project stakeholders
• Prepare detailed project cashflow forecasts upon request
• Prepare monthly cost analysis including cost performance index (CPI) reporting; earned value (EV) analysis, budget, actual, variance and forecasted cost analysis and reporting
• Analyze project financial trends by comparing budget against actual, plan, and forecast data; provide recommendations and guidance to the Project Manager
• Ad-hoc reporting related to project/program
• Maintain project cost documentation
• Manage and coordinate project related purchase orders and material delivery
• Project set up, administration, and close-out in SAP
• Attend project/management meetings
• Maintain customer focus to meet or exceed customer expectations and represent Ulteig in a professional and courteous manner

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Minimum 3 years of project cost, earned value or related experience
• Strong quantitative skills with ability to design moderately complex spreadsheet solutions, database queries, and other analytical tools
• Demonstrates the ability to be organized and work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities
• Must be able to prepare clear and concise status updates and reports as required
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Demonstrates excellent leadership, verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Consistently produces results that meet goals, has high work standards, and understands the business environment and processes
• Achieves results by problem solving, setting priorities and organization
• Strives for individual excellence by seeking challenges and self-development, demonstrating high levels of expertise, and showing commitment, self-confidence, and integrity
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the US

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people both our clients and our employees for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

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Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $96,500 - $130,500. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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