Project Cost Analyst Sr
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Job Description:
Description:
Project Cost Analyst Sr.
Hours M-F 8-5, possibility of OT with permission.
Possibility to convert based on performance.
This position is currently designated as hybrid work - Currently three days a week will be required on location and the remaining two days will be remote.
Beginning June 1, 2025, will move to five days a week in office. No exceptions.
Candidates must be local to Columbus, OH and surrounding areas.
Coordinates project cost analysis and controls for team activities supporting the Project Managers (PMs), or other staff, including overseeing cost reporting for multiple projects and monitoring project budgets to assure accurate depiction of project cost on large and complex projects under minimal supervision. Input of budgets within the corporate systems, providing ongoing forecast updates and variance analysis, input and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs), and working collaboratively with project teams to implement best practices throughout the project lifecycle. Provides communication and develops partnerships with internal and external customers. Develop/conduct training, lead continuous process improvement efforts and develop tools and processes utilized. Might also be responsible for creation of work orders and having direct interface in coordinating with external contractors and vendors to integrate these parties into the overall project budget and schedule.
Essential Job Functions & Tasks :
1. Coordinate project meetings and work activities. Support the PM in the preparation and updating of project documentation and planning.
2. Prepare forecasts of project spending and cash flows, budget variance monitoring, cost tracking/analysis. Provide analysis and verification for Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) activities and assist with providing input to annual budget, capital forecasts, five-year plan and improvement requisitions. Perform estimate vs. actuals analysis.
3. Collaborate with Project Management (PM), and other vested parties to perform variance reporting and/or establish original baseline budgets that are time-phased with dates from the system schedule. Create project breakdown structures.
4. Perform some departmental organizational functions to ensure the smooth operation of project functions. This includes tracking, analyzing, and submitting verifying information for unvouchered liabilities, keeping project system records current and complete, and coordinating the work order process related to a project from creation of the work order through in-servicing and closing.
5. Assist in the construction contracting process.
6. Communicate with project team, resources, and other internal and external stakeholders on budgetary items.
7. Works independently in resolving moderately complex problems. Perform varied assignments demonstrating technical knowledge and analytical techniques to solution of problems or analysis. Apply problem solving skills to resolve technical problems and initiate solution techniques.
8. Develop and compile KPIs that are measurable outcomes.
9. Providing strong teamwork with colleagues, vendors and/or customers and responding to customer/vendor inquiries, resolving work order issues and/or implementing action plans in a fast-paced, results-oriented team.
10. Lead the administration of the project/work management organizational standards and assist in the management of projects to those standards. Adhere to the guidance and standards put forth by the Project Management Governance Committee.
11. Provide training and guidance to lower level employees as appropriate. Demonstrates the development as a subject matter expert in several areas. Ability to mentor, develop, and guide lower level PC Analyst through a training plan if appointed as mentor/trainer by supervision. Validation that training is complete and is being applied.
12. Recommend improvements that enhance the role, project performance, and AEPs performance in regard to service and product delivery as well as environmental and community stewardship.
13. Depending on the assigned business unit, advise and counsel all key contractors, vendors, suppliers, and/or less experienced project cost controls team members associated with the programs and projects to obtain all project performance related data and integrate into a total project performance analysis.
Skills required - Proficient in use of computer and MS Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Excellent oral and written communication skills along with a professional demeanor and commitment to customer service and teamwork. Experience working on cost tracking analysis, forecasting, project budgets and working with some accounting principles.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college in Finance, Business, Construction Management, or Project Management, or related field plus four (4) years qualified experience. Associates degree, six (6) years qualified experience
Qualified Experience: Includes utility specific operations knowledge/experience with a good working knowledge of work processes and procedures. Experience should be in operations, planning, project management, cost tracking analysis, forecasting, project budgets, working with accounting principles
Additional Requirements :
1. Demonstrate ability to manage time effectively and efficiently and demonstrate organizational and planning skills, as well an aptitude for accuracy, attention to detail and ability to achieve goals
2. Demonstrates an advanced level of technical knowledge related problem solving, forecasting, writing and verbal communication.
3. Proficient in use of computer and MS Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
4. Team player with ability to work and collaborate well with others whilst having the ability to function independently, as well.
5. Understand and support the policies, values, principles, structure and behavior of AEP.
6. Safely and effectively perform light physical duties at various work sites including home and locations in varying conditions.
7. Experience with corporate accounting and project cost management systems, construction environments, earned value management, and scheduling systems is required.
8. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills backed by an enthusiastic approach and a diligent client focus.
9. Ability to interface and work well with different levels of individual contributors and management is required.
10. Strong culture skills.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Job Description:
Description:
Project Cost Analyst Sr.
Hours M-F 8-5, possibility of OT with permission.
Possibility to convert based on performance.
This position is currently designated as hybrid work - Currently three days a week will be required on location and the remaining two days will be remote.
Beginning June 1, 2025, will move to five days a week in office. No exceptions.
Candidates must be local to Columbus, OH and surrounding areas.
Coordinates project cost analysis and controls for team activities supporting the Project Managers (PMs), or other staff, including overseeing cost reporting for multiple projects and monitoring project budgets to assure accurate depiction of project cost on large and complex projects under minimal supervision. Input of budgets within the corporate systems, providing ongoing forecast updates and variance analysis, input and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs), and working collaboratively with project teams to implement best practices throughout the project lifecycle. Provides communication and develops partnerships with internal and external customers. Develop/conduct training, lead continuous process improvement efforts and develop tools and processes utilized. Might also be responsible for creation of work orders and having direct interface in coordinating with external contractors and vendors to integrate these parties into the overall project budget and schedule.
Essential Job Functions & Tasks :
1. Coordinate project meetings and work activities. Support the PM in the preparation and updating of project documentation and planning.
2. Prepare forecasts of project spending and cash flows, budget variance monitoring, cost tracking/analysis. Provide analysis and verification for Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) activities and assist with providing input to annual budget, capital forecasts, five-year plan and improvement requisitions. Perform estimate vs. actuals analysis.
3. Collaborate with Project Management (PM), and other vested parties to perform variance reporting and/or establish original baseline budgets that are time-phased with dates from the system schedule. Create project breakdown structures.
4. Perform some departmental organizational functions to ensure the smooth operation of project functions. This includes tracking, analyzing, and submitting verifying information for unvouchered liabilities, keeping project system records current and complete, and coordinating the work order process related to a project from creation of the work order through in-servicing and closing.
5. Assist in the construction contracting process.
6. Communicate with project team, resources, and other internal and external stakeholders on budgetary items.
7. Works independently in resolving moderately complex problems. Perform varied assignments demonstrating technical knowledge and analytical techniques to solution of problems or analysis. Apply problem solving skills to resolve technical problems and initiate solution techniques.
8. Develop and compile KPIs that are measurable outcomes.
9. Providing strong teamwork with colleagues, vendors and/or customers and responding to customer/vendor inquiries, resolving work order issues and/or implementing action plans in a fast-paced, results-oriented team.
10. Lead the administration of the project/work management organizational standards and assist in the management of projects to those standards. Adhere to the guidance and standards put forth by the Project Management Governance Committee.
11. Provide training and guidance to lower level employees as appropriate. Demonstrates the development as a subject matter expert in several areas. Ability to mentor, develop, and guide lower level PC Analyst through a training plan if appointed as mentor/trainer by supervision. Validation that training is complete and is being applied.
12. Recommend improvements that enhance the role, project performance, and AEPs performance in regard to service and product delivery as well as environmental and community stewardship.
13. Depending on the assigned business unit, advise and counsel all key contractors, vendors, suppliers, and/or less experienced project cost controls team members associated with the programs and projects to obtain all project performance related data and integrate into a total project performance analysis.
Skills required - Proficient in use of computer and MS Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Excellent oral and written communication skills along with a professional demeanor and commitment to customer service and teamwork. Experience working on cost tracking analysis, forecasting, project budgets and working with some accounting principles.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college in Finance, Business, Construction Management, or Project Management, or related field plus four (4) years qualified experience. Associates degree, six (6) years qualified experience
Qualified Experience: Includes utility specific operations knowledge/experience with a good working knowledge of work processes and procedures. Experience should be in operations, planning, project management, cost tracking analysis, forecasting, project budgets, working with accounting principles
Additional Requirements :
1. Demonstrate ability to manage time effectively and efficiently and demonstrate organizational and planning skills, as well an aptitude for accuracy, attention to detail and ability to achieve goals
2. Demonstrates an advanced level of technical knowledge related problem solving, forecasting, writing and verbal communication.
3. Proficient in use of computer and MS Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
4. Team player with ability to work and collaborate well with others whilst having the ability to function independently, as well.
5. Understand and support the policies, values, principles, structure and behavior of AEP.
6. Safely and effectively perform light physical duties at various work sites including home and locations in varying conditions.
7. Experience with corporate accounting and project cost management systems, construction environments, earned value management, and scheduling systems is required.
8. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills backed by an enthusiastic approach and a diligent client focus.
9. Ability to interface and work well with different levels of individual contributors and management is required.
10. Strong culture skills.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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