Project Controls - Cost Analyst

Title:Project Controls- Cost Analyst Location:Naperville IL 60563/ Hybrid: In office Monday-Thursday / WFH Fridays Hire Type: Multi-year contract Compensation: 57-80 per hour (based on experience) Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan. Must have Skill Set: Sound cost management experience. Sound knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning. Good knowledge of construction methods, sequencing and materials. Working knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies. Good knowledge and experience of post-contract cost management tasks Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written Methodical way of thinking and approach to work Good organizational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments. Excellent problem, negotiating, finance and numeracy management skills Sound technology skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily Strong in team settings with sound conflict resolution technique Overview: Work with a leading energy provider dedicated to delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions. We are committed to innovation, safety, and excellence in all our projects. Join our team and contribute to building a better energy future Job Duties: Create WBS to align project execution strategies with cost tracking, forecasting, scheduling and comparison to original estimate. Manage and monitor project budgets, ensuring cost-effective utilization of resources. Support the Project Manager as the Project Controls track lead by actively learning project scope and objects, being engaged in weekly / monthly meetings by understanding what is occurring during project meetings and incorporating new information into project forecasts, estimates, risk registers and other financial documents/reports. Prepare estimates, budgets, initiate and maintain cost forecasts, reviewing and incorporating monthly costs, conduct cost variance analysis and provide explanations, leading cost impact and forecast review meetings with Project Management. Assess qualified/quantified risk analysis to be used for data-driven decision making and developing risk response strategies. Assist in the bid process, including bid evaluation, comparison and reporting. Review invoicing for adherence to contract and project progress Manage vendors to ensure change orders, invoicing and vendor-provided estimates, schedules and reporting support the needs of the project and project manager. Settling final accounts and closing projects to mitigate unforeseen trailing costs. Positively engage with Customers, developing, growing and maintaining Customer relationships. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field Software: Proficient in: MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.