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Senior Project Controls Specialist - Cost
Summary
This position is responsible for managing the cost management framework for assigned projects. It performs complex aspects of change documentation and cost control while reporting up to program or portfolio level. The Senior Project Controls Specialist (SrPCS) is a critical position as the expert of Cost Management (set up cost baseline and monitor/control throughout the project lifecycle). This position supports Project Managers and Project Directors on projects and programs of varying size and complexity. The SrPCS will be expected to lead / direct the set up and reviews of the project controls status (cost, contract, WBS, schedule, resource, etc.).
Using prescribed methods and tools, the position is responsible for performing primary aspects of cost management assignments. The position is considered a technical, SME, support position and requires college level reasoning via formal education or work experience. It requires understanding and application of basic project controls cost management principles. This position must be proficient with various computer applications with analytics that relate to cost and risk. This position requires proficient to expert use, understanding and application of project controls principles and associated project controls software tools.
The candidate will be responsible for:
Establish project cost baseline report at a detailed level. Managing monthly project forecast and risk assessment. Project forecast includes actuals through financial systems plus balance to go including committed costs, open estimates, labor costs, etc. Providing analysis and forecasting of project cost performance. Assisting with forecasting project cost impacts. Project risk quantification, analysis, and management Review and analysis of cost estimates, including estimate basis and qualifications. Review and reporting of project status as provided by Duke Energy and its vendors. Monitoring compliance with department requirements and Enterprise Policy and Standards. Updating project cost and risk information in Duke systems and tools Track and manage changes to the project scope and cost baseline
The applicant should have detailed knowledge and experience with:
Knowledge of detailed project cost reporting that includes actuals, accruals, estimate to complete, estimate at completion, and understanding of various contract types (T&M, Unit Price, etc.). Various cost estimating techniques Multiple cost management and control practices Project Risk Management best practices Review and analysis of contractor and vendor performance Duke Financial and cost management systems Project Change Control processes
Basic / Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Finance or Business Administration and 5 plus years of work-related experience OR
• High school diploma / Equivalent and 9 plus years of related work experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in Project or Construction Management, Finance or Business Administration
• Certified Associate of Project Management
• Project Management Professional
• AACE-EVP, AACE-CEP, AACE-PSP, AACE-CCC, PMI-SP certification
• Proficiency/expertise with project management, project controls concepts, computer applications / analytics
• Strong collaborative team member
• Software such as MS Project/MS Office Suite, Business Objects, Maximo, Powerplan, EcoSys, Peoplesoft,and Sword/Riskconnect.
• High proficiency in MS Excel

Working Conditions

• Work location - Charlotte/Duke Energy Plaza
• Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to the Duke Energy Plaza.
• This role is expected to conduct regular site visits.

Specific Requirements

• Valid driver's license

Additional Preferred Qualifications
• Software such as MS Project/MS Office Suite, Primavera, Business Objects, Passport, PowerPlan, Emax, Peoplesoft
• Risk management tools / Monte Carlo analysis
Specific Requirements
• Proficiency/Expertise with project management / project controls concepts / computer applications / analytics
• Strong collaborative team member
The Senior Project Controls Specialist may have relationships with individuals of varying levels in the following organizations:
• Community Relations
• Corporate Communications
• Construction Management
• Development
• Engineering
• Enterprise Security
• Environmental, Health and Safety
• Finance
• Fuels
• Global Risk Management and Insurance
• Human Resources
• Legal Department
• Operations
• Quality
• Project Management Center of Excellence (PMCoE)
• Project Management
• Regulatory and Compliance
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Supply Chain
• Others
• Project teams of external Suppliers/Vendors
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Travel Requirements
25-50%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
No
Represented/Union Position
No
Visa Sponsored Position
No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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