Project Controls Cost Analyst

This is a hybrid remote and onsite role that will regularly require support at project sites in the Denver metropolitan area as well as visits to the client office.

About the Role

We are looking for Project Controls Cost Analysts in the Denver region to support our client, a major U.S. utility, to help ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of project controls across a large portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Partner with key department, project, and program stakeholders on developing and implementing controls measures to better manage project financials to mitigate financial losses.
• Partner with stakeholders in the development of project schedules to control cost plans, conduct ongoing cost plan analysis, and perform variance and earned value analysis for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on the development of project and annual budgets, budget forecast planning, reporting, performance management, account data requests, and provide financial tracking system management and support.
• Manage orders from inception through completion and ensure all required documentation is entered in the current software system.
• Maintain scope change, contingency release, change order, and journal entry logs.
• Maintain written and electronic project documentation and records for required aspects of the project:
  • Maintain project files in accordance with established guidelines and requirements.
  • Document change order requests, project status, key issues, risks and resolution, priority changes, and approvals.
• Provide Project Manager with a monthly report of project costs and/or schedule information including variance analysis according to an agreed-upon level of detail and prioritization.
• Provide Project Team members with a current status report containing schedule and cost information.
• Comply with Utility Operations Policies, Standards, and Guidelines.
• Analyze financial results on a monthly basis, providing explanations of significant cost drivers to PM Leadership.
• In coordination with the Project Manager, develop project schedule and cash flow/forecast plans with functional department input.
• Monitor financial progress and maintain the Project Manager’s order group.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree – Required.
• 5 years or more experience managing project cost, forecasts, budgets, and conducting financial reporting (developing, creating, analyzing, packaging, and presenting) for utility distribution and infrastructure projects.
• Experience functioning in a project controls capacity where you developed, implemented, and drove project controls measures for utility distribution and infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite – Excel (formulas, macros, pivot tables, vlookup, dashboards, etc.), SAP, Power BI, Tableau.
• Must have a valid driver's license without restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within construction, energy, utilities, engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical), consulting, or related space.

About Us

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, we are a community of over 3,000 dedicated professionals committed to our clients and each other. As an ENR Top 100 company, we provide comprehensive engineering, consulting, and automation services to various industries, including gas and electric utilities, telecommunication service providers, pipeline operators, and industrial companies. We are a forward-thinking organization dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive success. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. We believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect, where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization plans.
• HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts.
• Paid time off (PTO) for full-time employees.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.

Pay

This position pays between $85,000 and $110,000 annually and is an exempt position.