POWER Engineers
Power Engineers, Member of WSP is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm committed to creating positive impact. We are looking for a Cost Controller for our Duluth, MN office, with hybrid work options across the US.
Job Duties
Support the Cost Control Manager in day-to-day administration of cost control, budgeting and change management.
Assist with development and maintenance of project and program budget forecasts, cash flows and expenditure tracking.
Monitor contractor/consultant costs against approved budgets and flag variances or issues.
Track and log cost-related project changes, assist with analysis and provide input for recommendations.
Prepare and update cost estimates, financial forecasts and funding requests under direction of senior project controls staff.
Maintain financial models and tracking tools to monitor cost allocations across project elements.
Assist with preparation and submission of acquisition and reimbursement packages in coordination with finance.
Generate regular cost reports, summaries and dashboards for review by the Cost Control Manager and PMO.
Support the use and administration of the Cost Management System (e.g., Autodesk), including data entry, updates and report generation.
Contribute to change management documentation by logging and tracking potential changes and approved change orders.
Coordinate with Finance, Budget and Procurement to support reconciliation and audit readiness.
Assist in review and processing of contractor/vendor invoices and track payment status.
Provide supporting documentation and analysis for project accounting functions, including cost accruals and cost-to-complete evaluations.
Assist in preparation of memos, presentations and client deliverables, including basic charts, tables and financial summaries.
Qualifications
BA/BS in Business, Finance or Accounting.
Project Management experience; PMP preferred.
7+ years’ experience in financial controls, finance or accounting, including leading a team of professionals.
Power or construction industry experience preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Confident self-starter able to operate in a dynamic environment.
Attention to detail and organization in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and deliver project deliverables.
Excellent interpersonal skills to build and sustain relationships with team members, contractors and clients.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Design and Publisher.
Benefits Our compensation package includes competitive salary, professional development and a full benefits package:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Paid Holidays
Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
Voluntary Life Insurance
401(k)
Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
Maternity and Paternity Leave
New Dads and Moms Benefit program
Fertility Benefits
Gender affirming care
Base Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 per year.
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Job Duties
Support the Cost Control Manager in day-to-day administration of cost control, budgeting and change management.
Assist with development and maintenance of project and program budget forecasts, cash flows and expenditure tracking.
Monitor contractor/consultant costs against approved budgets and flag variances or issues.
Track and log cost-related project changes, assist with analysis and provide input for recommendations.
Prepare and update cost estimates, financial forecasts and funding requests under direction of senior project controls staff.
Maintain financial models and tracking tools to monitor cost allocations across project elements.
Assist with preparation and submission of acquisition and reimbursement packages in coordination with finance.
Generate regular cost reports, summaries and dashboards for review by the Cost Control Manager and PMO.
Support the use and administration of the Cost Management System (e.g., Autodesk), including data entry, updates and report generation.
Contribute to change management documentation by logging and tracking potential changes and approved change orders.
Coordinate with Finance, Budget and Procurement to support reconciliation and audit readiness.
Assist in review and processing of contractor/vendor invoices and track payment status.
Provide supporting documentation and analysis for project accounting functions, including cost accruals and cost-to-complete evaluations.
Assist in preparation of memos, presentations and client deliverables, including basic charts, tables and financial summaries.
Qualifications
BA/BS in Business, Finance or Accounting.
Project Management experience; PMP preferred.
7+ years’ experience in financial controls, finance or accounting, including leading a team of professionals.
Power or construction industry experience preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Confident self-starter able to operate in a dynamic environment.
Attention to detail and organization in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and deliver project deliverables.
Excellent interpersonal skills to build and sustain relationships with team members, contractors and clients.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Design and Publisher.
Benefits Our compensation package includes competitive salary, professional development and a full benefits package:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Paid Holidays
Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
Voluntary Life Insurance
401(k)
Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
Maternity and Paternity Leave
New Dads and Moms Benefit program
Fertility Benefits
Gender affirming care
Base Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 per year.
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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