Business & Technical Consultant OR Senior Business & Technical Consultant

Duke Energy Corporation•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position may be filled as a Business and Technical Consultant or one level higher as a Senior Business and Technical Consultant dependent upon the selected candidate's level of experience. Business and Technical Consultant / Senior Business and Technical Consultant Individuals in this role are Transmission Project Estimators. Individuals will work with a team of estimators to build/manage/maintain estimating tools/templates, provide project estimates for financial forecasts, analyze and compare project actuals to estimates to improve future accuracy, review internal/external construction proposals for accuracy and prudency, and manage relationships with stakeholders. This role must possess keen analytical skills, be adept in mathematics and be capable of working in a fast paced, team-oriented environment. A strong background in project management, estimating, and construction are preferred.

Requirements

Required/Basic Qualifications - Business and Technical Consultant
Associate's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Information Technology, Communications OR or other related degree AND
2 plus years related work experience
In lieu of degree(s) AND 2 plus year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 4 plus year(s) related work experience
Required/Basic Qualifications - Senior Business and Technical Consultant
Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Information Technology, Communications OR other related degree AND
3 plus years related work experience
In lieu of degree(s) AND 2 plus year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 7 plus year(s) related work experience

Nice To Haves

Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Technical Business Administration or
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or
Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering or
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
In addition to desired degree, 4 plus years related work experience
Certified Cost Technician (CCT)
Experience in the utility industry.
Behavioral Competencies, including: innovating change, collaborating and working with others, problem solving/decision making, delivering results
Familiar with T&D work processes
Proficient in project management theories and principles.
Proficient in practices of planning, data analysis, evaluating alternatives, and preparing and presenting recommendations
Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Excellent analytical, technical and communications skills.
Skilled at working as part of a highly functional team in a collaborative, problem solving, self-directed environment.
Keen attention to detail and focus on providing error free results.
Skilled with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and previous experience using Enterprise Resource Planning systems, such as Maximo, Primavera and EcoSys.
Display a professional and courteous behavior to co-workers, supervisors, customers and the general public
Strictly adhere to Duke Energy safety requirements and procedures.
Understand construction methods, specifications, and materials utilized in the electric power industry
Adhere to standard estimating processes and procedures per AACE 18R-97 (Cost Estimate Classification System)
Very good written and oral communication skills.
Very good problem solving and analysis skills

Responsibilities

Identify labor, equipment and time requirements by analyzing scope documents, engineering drawings, specifications, and related documents. Assure that project estimate includes all necessary raw materials, resource / labor rates, manufactured materials / equipment as well as current industry data relative to project scope.
Support the project development effort by developing estimates based on the team approved project scope and assist project sponsors with developing initial estimates to review alternatives for scope selection
Collaborate with project team members, including engineers, project managers, construction teams, supply chain personnel, vendors and contractors to refine estimates at all project stage gates to build positive working relationships and achieve estimate classes documented in the Transmission PM Procedure.
Work with Project Managers and vendors to resolve estimate discrepancies, scrutinize change orders, and assist Contract Management with establishing pricing.
Maintain currency of technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and networking with estimators in other business units
Lead data analysis and/or root cause investigation for estimate accuracy.
Represent business operations needs to external vendors to resolve business issues.
Support the development of the long-range and 5-year business plans, and budget for the department and assigned locations to ensure compliance with Company strategic plans.
Ensures adherence to standards and best practices.

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