Project Controls Specialist IV (Cost Analysts) - Los Angeles, CA

About the role

The Project Controls Specialist IV (Cost Analyst) oversees and manages the financial performance of complex projects. They develop and maintain budgets, track costs, analyze variances, and forecast future expenditures to ensure projects remain within approved funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain budgets, track costs, analyze variances, and forecast future expenditures to ensure projects remain within approved funding.
• Work closely with project managers and stakeholders, providing detailed cost reporting, identifying financial risks, and recommending corrective actions.
• Support informed decision-making, strengthen cost control processes, and help ensure projects are delivered efficiently and within budget.

Requirements

• BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related degree.
• 7-10 years minimum recent professional experience in project controls, particularly on a capital construction program.
• Strong analytical capabilities, with the ability to organize and interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and advanced Excel functions.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency with program management software including e-Builder, DELTEK, Proliance, and other related platforms, with demonstrated ability to leverage these tools for complex cost management, project tracking, and data reporting.
• Expertise in business intelligence and analytics tools, specifically Power BI and/or Tableau, for the creation of comprehensive, real-time cost reports, dashboards, and visualizations that facilitate strategic decision-making.
• Hands-on experience with Data Warehousing solutions, demonstrating the ability to integrate and manage large volumes of financial and project data for analytical purposes and reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of cost control and budgeting principles within the context of large-scale projects, with a proven track record of utilizing specialized software to streamline cost analysis, forecasting, and variance reporting.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain accurate project cost baselines, financial projections, and cost forecasts.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate multiple data sources from various project management and financial systems to create cohesive and accurate financial reports for stakeholders.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system integration issues across project management software and financial reporting tools, ensuring seamless data flow and accuracy in financial reporting.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency with program management software including e-Builder, DELTEK, Proliance, and other related platforms.
• Expertise in business intelligence and analytics tools, specifically Power BI and/or Tableau.
• Hands-on experience with Data Warehousing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of cost control and budgeting principles.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Ability to integrate multiple data sources from various project management and financial systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system integration issues.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Salary range: $150,000 - $160,000 annually.

Pay

$150,000- $160,000 Annually

Schedule

Full-Time | On-Site | Los Angeles, CA