SRNS-Principal Business Analyst -Project Control Professional

Athari•Aiken, SC

17d

About The Position

Responsible for the organization, development, implementation, maintenance and accountability of total project controls, financial analysis or estimating applications designed to provide management with the total capability of maintaining planning, scheduling, financial analysis and cost control throughout the life cycle of a very complex or unique project or program. Under very limited supervision, performs project controls activities, prepares business/financial plans and reports on a periodic or ad hoc basis. Demonstrates proficient ability and knowledge in the development of cost and schedule baselines, milestone schedules, work breakdown structures, spend out plans to establish optimum conditions and effective utilization of resources and facilities, including equipment, manpower, and funding. Utilizes advanced project control concepts to demonstrate personal expertise and leadership in the application of controls including the development of advanced system applications. Provides state-of-the-art technical control expertise to guide subordinates in the development of complex, multi-project integrated area project analysis and problem correction. Participates in routine project cost reviews/schedule meetings - Develops and implements a basic change management system for engineering and construction assigned work scope. Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicates the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Management. Understands the business environment and the operations of the area being supported. Provides the key linkage between the client and the planning process and actively contributes to the control of the client’s business unit. Performs and applies financial analysis techniques including but not limited to variance analysis, statistical analysis, scenario analysis, etc., to work scopes and decisions as requested by management. Develops costing rates, explains costing rates for the budget process, maintains rates in PeopleSoft and analyzes pool variances (Assigned Overhead and Service Pools). Performs extensive analysis of various business operations to ascertain funding limitations and execute appropriate cost controls; identifies productivity and financial issues; designs highly integrated financial controls; and creates cost-effective processes to enhance productivity. Defines requirements and develops models for complex business systems, develops test plans and scenarios, incorporates major system enhancements into existing financial applications, oversees implementation of projects and monitors system effectiveness. Initiates and directs special studies, develops business solutions for intricate problem areas for management and translates conceptual ideas of higher management into operating plans. Prepares comprehensive monthly financial reports including analyses, forecasts, and spend plans. Assembles, analyzes, interprets information and applies practical knowledge to create innovative solutions to resolve complex business issues. Provides leadership, technical direction and training to other Project Controls personnel. Understands CAS/FAR principles.

Requirements

Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 5 years of practical experience.
Bachelor's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 7 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.
An Associate's degree and 11 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.
A high school diploma and 15 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent.
Possesses strong personal computer skills.
Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties.
Possesses practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems.
A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of project management and cost and schedule control at the tactical level would be necessary, along with a knowledge of operations, maintenance, or project startup and construction.
Primavera and COBRA experience required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the organization, development, implementation, maintenance and accountability of total project controls, financial analysis or estimating applications designed to provide management with the total capability of maintaining planning, scheduling, financial analysis and cost control throughout the life cycle of a very complex or unique project or program.
Performs project controls activities, prepares business/financial plans and reports on a periodic or ad hoc basis.
Demonstrates proficient ability and knowledge in the development of cost and schedule baselines, milestone schedules, work breakdown structures, spend out plans to establish optimum conditions and effective utilization of resources and facilities, including equipment, manpower, and funding.
Utilizes advanced project control concepts to demonstrate personal expertise and leadership in the application of controls including the development of advanced system applications.
Provides state-of-the-art technical control expertise to guide subordinates in the development of complex, multi-project integrated area project analysis and problem correction.
Participates in routine project cost reviews/schedule meetings.
Develops and implements a basic change management system for engineering and construction assigned work scope.
Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicates the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Management.
Understands the business environment and the operations of the area being supported.
Provides the key linkage between the client and the planning process and actively contributes to the control of the client’s business unit.
Performs and applies financial analysis techniques including but not limited to variance analysis, statistical analysis, scenario analysis, etc., to work scopes and decisions as requested by management.
Develops costing rates, explains costing rates for the budget process, maintains rates in PeopleSoft and analyzes pool variances (Assigned Overhead and Service Pools).
Performs extensive analysis of various business operations to ascertain funding limitations and execute appropriate cost controls; identify productivity and financial issues; design highly integrated financial controls; and create cost-effective processes to enhance productivity.
Defines requirements and develops models for complex business systems, develops test plans and scenarios, incorporates major system enhancements into existing financial applications, oversees implementation of project and monitors system effectiveness.
Initiates and directs special studies, develops business solutions for intricate problem areas for management and translates conceptual ideas of higher management into operating plans.
Prepares comprehensive monthly financial reports including analyses, forecasts, and spend plans.
Assembles, analyzes, interprets information and applies practical knowledge to create innovative solutions to resolve complex business issues.
Provides leadership, technical direction and training to other Project Controls personnel.
Understands CAS/FAR principles.