Sr. Analyst, Cost

## Sr. Analyst, Cost Apply locations:
Houston Corporate time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR45

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** SUMMARY OF

THE ROLE
** This is a Cost Analyst position to support cost management of EPC Projects related to LNG Facilities. The typical cost range of these projects is from $100 million to over $10 billion. The purpose of this role is to support the development, implementation, and operation of a comprehensive cost management system. This includes cost estimating, budget development, cost tracking and control, cost forecasting, performance measurement and reporting.
** KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Convert estimates into control budgets.
* Develop and manage detailed project budgets
* Evaluate scope changes and change orders.
* Prepare monthly cost reports and analyze project performance metrics.
* Administer cost codes and track project commitments, actuals, and accruals.
* Generate reports and performance indicators including earned value, cash flow, resource histograms, and lifecycle cost performance analysis.
* Reforecast project costs utilizing performance factors, trend analysis, and sound judgment.
* Identify adverse cost and performance trends and recommend corrective actions.
* Review and analyze vendor and contractor monthly invoices.
* Support the development of Class 4 and 5 EPC estimates.
* Perform Contingency analysis based on project Risk Registers and trends.
* Support bid evaluations.
* Develop project cash flow for cash calls.
* Prepare formal presentations and reports related to cost management activities.
** EDUCATION, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & COMPETENCIES
**** Basic Requirements:
*** Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or related field, with 10+ years of cost management and controls experience on major Oil & Gas, Power, or LNG projects.
* Strong knowledge of construction methods, cost control, change management, earned value, forecasting, budgeting, and project controls throughout the full project lifecycle.
* Can lead development and management of project budgets, cost reporting, cash flow forecasting, progress measurement, performance analysis, contingency evaluations, and reforecasting activities.
* Administer cost control systems including cost coding, tracking commitments and actuals, evaluating change orders, reviewing contractor invoices, supporting bid evaluations, and identifying adverse cost trends.
* Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, spreadsheets, charts, and presentations, with strong analytical, organizational, communication, and time management skills.
* Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
* Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
** Preferred Requirements:
*** Working knowledge of Power Bi.
** Travel Requirements:
*** 10% travel may be required
** Work Environment
** This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc.
** This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.
**** Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:
*** Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.
* Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.
* While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.
* The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
* Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.
* Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment…