Project Cost and Schedule Analyst
Project Controls Specialist
We are seeking a Project Controls Specialist to join our team at our Englewood, Colorado location. The Project Controls Specialist assists the Project Manager in project control, identifying and promptly recommending corrections, and improving actions in accordance with corporate procedures and work instructions. Supports the company's financial accounting by preparing reports and overseeing activities to ensure efficient and effective execution in line with best practices.
The main responsibilities are as follows:
- Acts as project controller, managing project data and providing progress and cost management throughout project execution.
- Prepares and maintains the project cash flow in compliance with project execution requirements.
- Inputs data into computer systems and conducts analytical reviews of generated reports.
- Collects and accesses historical data for use in maintaining a realistic basis for future planning and forecasting.
- Consistently provides accurate cost documentation and leads the cost distribution process for capital projects.
- Develops and maintains critical path logic networks and bar charts utilizing this information.
- Analyzes, evaluates, and forecasts current status against an established baseline schedule.
- Ensures accuracy and completeness of master data, including resource information, project activity, and coding, and enterprise project structure.
- Prepares graphs, diagrams, and other visuals to illustrate cost status and forecast requirements for project management and clients.
- Conducts analytical review and arithmetic checks of cost reporting documentation.
- Participates in the development of the work breakdown structure, collaborating with Procurement, Engineering, and Finance Departments.
- Prepares and processes input to the cost control system for all cost reports.
- Develops an effective project plan template for schedule development, schedule control, and critical path analysis.
- Performs other assigned duties.
Required Qualifications:
To succeed in this role, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Associate or Bachelor's Degree with specialized coursework in business or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
5-8 years of progressively responsible business, office, project management, project controls-related experience; experience working with high-level clients and project managers, demonstrating independent judgment; strong multitasking and prioritization skills; ability to adapt and overcome obstacles with a solution-oriented approach.
Familiarity and proficiency in using CRM and/or ERP software/SAP (particularly SAP PS module). Proficiency in a standard scheduling tool such as Primavera (P6)/Primavera Online (P8) or Microsoft Project. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook Calendar, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proficient in coordinating and managing basic office systems. Knowledge and skills in working with modern office terminology, procedures, equipment, and records management.
Knowledge of research methods and techniques, general math, and English composition.