Estimator/contractor

POSITION SUMMARY: Cost Analyst
The Cost Analyst position supports project teams by analyzing cost and revenue data in order to provide timely & reliable financial information that is meaningful to project management, business units and the organization as a whole. The Cost Analyst must be a flexible and adaptable team player, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides analytics of the financial status of construction projects to measure profitability, manage risk, and facilitate project planning strategy and decision making
Assists with project start-up by identifying financial deliverables and developing baseline budget
Actively participates in the change management and monthly forecasting processes
Aids with external customer requirements such as owner reporting, subcontractor challenges, and joint venture reporting
Supports business unit and corporate objectives and provides over-site for compliance of Barton Malow policies and procedures
Has an understanding and awareness of accounts payable and receivable
Identifies risk and opportunity by in-depth review and understanding of monthly forecast
Balances the project financials with accurate accruals and cash management
Provides oversight for compliance of BMC best practices, policies and procedures (internal audit)
Collaborates with project personnel to prepare all required internal project reports
Coordinates with owner to develop required reports based on project data
Completes adhoc reporting as necessary
JOB SPECIFICATIONS (*Essential Requirements):

• 5-10 years relevant experience*
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred*
• Strong skills in MS Office skills, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer*
• Strong skills in Bluebeam, Clearstory, Box, Textura, SAP
• Advanced math/accounting skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with all members of the team including contractors, architects and owners*
• Effective time management, organization skills and attention to detail. Ability to multi-task, prioritize activities and work under pressure.
• Results-oriented and ability to take initiative
• Capacity to analyze large and disparate amounts of data and efficiently come to a conclusion
• Relevant understanding of construction management principles and processes
• Understanding and awareness of A/P and A/R
• Ability to work on-site and/or office

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged and under contract to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without prior agreement will be considered the property of Barton Malow with the right to engage at our sole discretion without any obligations or fees owed.