Cost Analyst (Construction/Engineering)

Jacobs • Chicago, IL • 4h ago

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is looking to add a Cost Analyst professional to its team here in New York who will be responsible to help deliver a large multi-billion electric transmission project. If you're looking to challenge today and reinvent tomorrow, consider joining our team where you can be you and we will foster your growth, both professionally and personally.

As a Cost Analyst, you'll monitor, report and conduct detailed reviews during all phases of the program development to achieve a Target Capital Plan.

Your responsibilities as a Cost Analyst is to support projects by reviewing cost estimates, comparing budgets to the actual expenses, and monitor costs while following significant process changes. You'll also provide project specific cost data to inform program level financial reports to help shape management decisions and must be well-versed in data and financial analysis.

You'll determine standard costs and investigate variances in expenses and may be called upon to prepare detailed reports. You'll manage budgets, monitor spending, and conduct audits on financial processes and transaction cost analysts.

Other responsibilities include:

Perform detailed variance analysis of actual financial results versus plan, forecast, and key performance metrics.

Work closely with accounting to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Develop and maintain Estimate to Complete (EAC's)

Serve as the primary interface between assigned and designated departments.

Review strategic and task order pricing, providing pricing recommendations.

Examine data to help with reducing cost in all operations.

Work with key stakeholders to identify project risks and track them.

Consult on cost impacts of potential solutions (Options) #LI-CC1 #epjobs #naepj

Knowledge and understanding of capital construction methods, practices, contractors' methods of tendering and contract/subcontract administration.

Deep understanding and previous experience in cost control and financial reporting of transmission systems

Knowledge of AACE recommended techniques for estimation.

Knowledge of contractor's estimation practices and construction pricing.

Experience and knowledge of progressive contracting models and financial control and analysis

Experience in coordinating with the members of the Project Teams including SMEs for the purposes of arriving at and monitoring Target Costs.

You'll also need:

5+ years experience as a cost analyst or relevant domain.

Well developed problem solving and analytical skills,

Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills.

Proficiency in MS Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).

Skilled at cost estimates and cost analysis with an eye for detail.

Strives for continuous improvement.

Comfortable collaborating, negotiating and planning budgets.

Certified Cost Professional or Quantity Surveyor is recommended.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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