Operational Improvement Analyst - Cost & Forecasting

We energize society by supporting our customers to make the transition to a more sustainable world, based on innovative technologies and our ability to turn ideas into reality. With nearly 100,000 employees around the world, we shape the energy systems of today and tomorrow.

• Location
• United States of America
• Florida
• Orlando
• Remote vs. Office
• Office/Site only
• Company
• Organization
• Gas Services
• Business Unit
• Service North America
• Full-time
• Experience Level
• Experienced Professional

A Snapshot of Your Day

The Operational Improvement Business Analyst supports Project and Service Operations performance by providing structured cost analysis, financial transparency, and early risk identification across outage execution. This role contributes analytical expertise, variance analysis, and performance insight to improve cost predictability and execution discipline.

The role partners with Field Operations, Project Management, District Service Managers (DSMs), Business Operations Analysts (BOAs), and Operational Improvement colleagues to reinforce consistent cost practices, ensure cost data is accurate, timely, and actionable throughout the project lifecycle.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Perform continuous cost monitoring and variance analysis for Service Operations projects, including labor, materials, travel, and subcontractors, including providing structured insights and early warnings to project and operations stakeholders.
• Support project cost governance by identifying recurring cost drivers, risks, and process gaps.
• Ensure integrity, consistency, and usability of financial and operational data across SAP, Project Module, and reporting tools.
• Prepare analytical inputs, trends, and explanations to support project reviews, governance forums, and leadership reporting.
• Contribute to standardization, cost‑out, and continuous improvement initiatives by translating data into repeatable recommendations.

What You Bring

• 8+ years’ experience in business analysis, cost controls, or financial operations in a project‑based or field service environment. Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience will be considered. Those with more experience may be considered for a higher level.
• Working knowledge of cost tracking, variance analysis, and cost controls within a project‑based or service environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate insights clearly to non‑financial stakeholders.
• Preferred experience in operational improvement, continuous improvement, or project controls; proficiency with Tableau, Power BI, or similar data visualization tools; and Lean, Six Sigma, or comparable improvement training.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Gas Services

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
• Company paid…