Ampcus, Inc
Overview
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented team.
Job Title Senior Project Controls Analyst
Location Fresno, CA
Responsibilities
Schedule Development and Analysis:
In coordination with the Project Manager, develop project schedule and cash flow/forecast plans with functional department input; attend project and job kickoff and walkthrough meetings; create, maintain and update schedules; document, monitor and communicate project milestones and risks with appropriate stakeholders; participate in project status meetings, collect progress data and revise project plan as needed; monitor financial progress and maintain the Project Manager's order group; develop, maintain and control project schedule plans using appropriate software (e.g., SAP Project System, SAP Work Management System, MS Project, P6, Primavera).
Cost Plan Development and Analysis:
Use the cost and schedule plan to determine if project objectives are achievable; create, maintain, and update monthly forecast budgets; prepare various cost reports and maintain forecast accuracy; prepare project performance analysis, cost, and schedule status reports; identify cost and schedule variances from objectives and recommend corrective action; assess and report on project performance using established industry standards; ensure that responses to project budgets and cost requests reflect accurate and current information and that stakeholders are in concurrence; provide regular communication on project cost, schedule and risk status to project team members, stakeholders and public; interface with design and planning resources and software systems; review and assist in the preparation of Advance Authorizations, Job Estimates and Re-Authorizations and assist PM in routing for approval; prepare journal entries and coordinate or process goods receipts in the current software system; ensure that responses to budget and cost requests reflect correct project cost information and stakeholder concurrence; input data into various programs and prepare various cost and forecasting reports.
Project Documentation & Reporting:
Verify that project cost and schedule milestones were/were not attained and provide input to identify future process or business improvements; ensure all required documentation is entered in the current software system (e.g., EDMS); resolve open items, ensure compliance requirements are met and settlement rules are entered, and close out orders; maintain scope change, contingency release, change order, and journal entry logs; maintain written and electronic project documentation and records; document change order requests, project status, key issues, risks and resolution, priority changes and approvals; provide monthly reports of project costs and/or schedule information with variance analysis; provide current status reports to Project Team members and comply with Utility Operations Policies, Standards and Guidelines; assist PM with Post Job Critique.
Central Data Management Functions - Quality and Analysis:
Prepare monthly and weekly project management reports and scorecards; ensure quality of reports for the department and stakeholders; validate weekly and monthly data sets; may provide support to project managers; fulfill ad-hoc cost-related data analysis; participate in or lead process improvement initiatives within Project Management.
Central Financial Analysis Functions - Project Budget & Cycle Forecast Monitoring/Reporting:
Prepare monthly and weekly project performance reports (budget, cycle forecast, and finance status) using SAP/BW and EPM; coordinate with stakeholders to create reports that support good business decisions and meet the Year End Annual Budget target; summarize cycle forecast variance explanations for stakeholders; ensure responses to budget and quarterly cycle requests reflect accurate information; post and update all project performance, budget and cycle forecast, and status reports on the Project Management website.
Financial and Performance Management:
Monitor, analyze and report on departmental forecasting performance with weekly reports using SAP/BW; analyze financial results monthly and provide explanations of significant cost drivers to PM Leadership (e.g., Green-Red Scorecard, Lessons Learned Reports).
Required Skills
Strong P6 background with strong scheduling skills; strong knowledge of the PCA roles and responsibilities.
Education
Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or equivalent in education and experience; 5 years as a Project Controls Analyst; OR 7 years of CLIENT experience in electric or gas transmission and/or distribution business operations, planning, accounting, finance, construction management and/or project management; OR 8 years of related experience if hired externally; Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
Desired:
Experience with SAP Work Management, Controlling Orders; Planning Orders, BW and Analysis for Office; Project Management, Project Controls, or Construction Management experience; Risk Management and Earned Value Analysis experience; accounting/budgeting knowledge; mathematical skills; forecasting skills; proficiency in Excel, Access, Primavera P6; knowledge of P6 scheduling; knowledge of Unifier, ProjectWise, and/or HeavyBid.
EEO Statement Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
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Job Title Senior Project Controls Analyst
Location Fresno, CA
Responsibilities
Schedule Development and Analysis:
In coordination with the Project Manager, develop project schedule and cash flow/forecast plans with functional department input; attend project and job kickoff and walkthrough meetings; create, maintain and update schedules; document, monitor and communicate project milestones and risks with appropriate stakeholders; participate in project status meetings, collect progress data and revise project plan as needed; monitor financial progress and maintain the Project Manager's order group; develop, maintain and control project schedule plans using appropriate software (e.g., SAP Project System, SAP Work Management System, MS Project, P6, Primavera).
Cost Plan Development and Analysis:
Use the cost and schedule plan to determine if project objectives are achievable; create, maintain, and update monthly forecast budgets; prepare various cost reports and maintain forecast accuracy; prepare project performance analysis, cost, and schedule status reports; identify cost and schedule variances from objectives and recommend corrective action; assess and report on project performance using established industry standards; ensure that responses to project budgets and cost requests reflect accurate and current information and that stakeholders are in concurrence; provide regular communication on project cost, schedule and risk status to project team members, stakeholders and public; interface with design and planning resources and software systems; review and assist in the preparation of Advance Authorizations, Job Estimates and Re-Authorizations and assist PM in routing for approval; prepare journal entries and coordinate or process goods receipts in the current software system; ensure that responses to budget and cost requests reflect correct project cost information and stakeholder concurrence; input data into various programs and prepare various cost and forecasting reports.
Project Documentation & Reporting:
Verify that project cost and schedule milestones were/were not attained and provide input to identify future process or business improvements; ensure all required documentation is entered in the current software system (e.g., EDMS); resolve open items, ensure compliance requirements are met and settlement rules are entered, and close out orders; maintain scope change, contingency release, change order, and journal entry logs; maintain written and electronic project documentation and records; document change order requests, project status, key issues, risks and resolution, priority changes and approvals; provide monthly reports of project costs and/or schedule information with variance analysis; provide current status reports to Project Team members and comply with Utility Operations Policies, Standards and Guidelines; assist PM with Post Job Critique.
Central Data Management Functions - Quality and Analysis:
Prepare monthly and weekly project management reports and scorecards; ensure quality of reports for the department and stakeholders; validate weekly and monthly data sets; may provide support to project managers; fulfill ad-hoc cost-related data analysis; participate in or lead process improvement initiatives within Project Management.
Central Financial Analysis Functions - Project Budget & Cycle Forecast Monitoring/Reporting:
Prepare monthly and weekly project performance reports (budget, cycle forecast, and finance status) using SAP/BW and EPM; coordinate with stakeholders to create reports that support good business decisions and meet the Year End Annual Budget target; summarize cycle forecast variance explanations for stakeholders; ensure responses to budget and quarterly cycle requests reflect accurate information; post and update all project performance, budget and cycle forecast, and status reports on the Project Management website.
Financial and Performance Management:
Monitor, analyze and report on departmental forecasting performance with weekly reports using SAP/BW; analyze financial results monthly and provide explanations of significant cost drivers to PM Leadership (e.g., Green-Red Scorecard, Lessons Learned Reports).
Required Skills
Strong P6 background with strong scheduling skills; strong knowledge of the PCA roles and responsibilities.
Education
Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or equivalent in education and experience; 5 years as a Project Controls Analyst; OR 7 years of CLIENT experience in electric or gas transmission and/or distribution business operations, planning, accounting, finance, construction management and/or project management; OR 8 years of related experience if hired externally; Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
Desired:
Experience with SAP Work Management, Controlling Orders; Planning Orders, BW and Analysis for Office; Project Management, Project Controls, or Construction Management experience; Risk Management and Earned Value Analysis experience; accounting/budgeting knowledge; mathematical skills; forecasting skills; proficiency in Excel, Access, Primavera P6; knowledge of P6 scheduling; knowledge of Unifier, ProjectWise, and/or HeavyBid.
EEO Statement Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
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