Hybrid Project Controls Analyst

at Stantec

• Job title: Project Controls Analyst
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $65,600 - $119,800 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: SQL
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Denver, United States

About the role

• Project Controls Analyst providing financial management support for diverse projects at Stantec. Collaborate with Project Managers on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers
• Assist Project Managers with maintaining the life cycle of projects per client requirements and company guidelines
• Coordinate with project accounting staff to ensure invoices are submitted per established timelines and contractual requirements
• Audit project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization
• Assist Project Managers with monthly forecasts and financial estimates
• Support Project Managers with project/program enterprise structures (i.e.: Work Breakdown Structures, and Cost Breakdown Structures) as part of project budgeting and setup
• Perform and manage all budget and cost control functions
• Prepare month-end reports, variance reports, and ad hoc reports as required
• Perform analytics and interpret project/program data for continuous improvement
• Complete financial reconciliations as required
• May train, manage, or mentor others
• Administrate the use of Project Management Information Systems in areas such as budget/cost control, document control, and reporting

Requirements

• Experience in all aspects of budget and cost controls, including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management
• Understanding contract terms
• Working knowledge of project accounting methods and requirements
• Understanding of principles and methods related to Earned Value Management
• Proficient in mastering the use of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel)
• Experience with MS Project and SQL /SharePoint Applications is a plus
• Must be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Ability to see the "big picture" and use common sense to make decisions
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to build trusting, long-term relationships
• Relevant technical college graduate or a BS degree, or equivalent experience
• 3 years of experience in project/program controls, project management, or project accounting position
• Experience working in a consulting or project management environment is strongly preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health saving accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability plans
• Emergency travel benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Paid family leave
• Ten paid holidays per year
• Accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
• Eligible for paid sick leave