Project Controller

Hitachi•Pittsburgh, PA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Project Controller who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Requirements

3-4 years of previous experience as Controller or similar role
Experience in the area of Project Controlling and Contract Management, such as customer contract analysis, commenting contracts, project cost and margin analysis and/or project cost calculations
Experience in revenue recognition and understanding how the free-cash-flow of the company is composed / can be further improved
Knowledge on claim management, forecasting the main variances to analyze and predict the closing results of the projects themselves
Knowledge of Project Management basis
Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office (focus on Excel and Outlook)
Outstanding attention to detail, accuracy and ability to multitask
Have a real passion and enthusiasm for deal management in complex project
Proactivity
Ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment, result oriented approach, proactivity, autonomy and open mind
A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong written and verbal communication skills
Flexibility and adaptability according to specific requirements
Team Player, looking to add value to the organization and being well trusted partner of the colleagues and/or of the Management
English Proficiency

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP (especially CO) is highly desirable

Responsibilities

In conjunction with Project Team, develop the Work Breakdown Structure and Budgets for the project
Work with Work Package Leaders (WPL) to develop accurate cost to complete estimates and percent complete evaluations
Track, monitor and report planned budgets/forecast vs. actual spend using project controlling tools (SAP, PCS and Primavera). Provide variance explanations and possible recovery plan actions
Work with Project Planner to review latest schedule and quarterly report the Earned Value
Monthly reporting of project results
Assist with the preparation, processing and tracking of contract Change Orders
Work with the project manager to assist with the preparation and tracking of potential claims for additional work
Track internal and external invoicing and reconciliation of cash receipts and retention.
Understand and report on the cash flow position of the project
Work with global controllers for Intracompany projects
Track subcontractor invoicing, payments and reconciliations
Review and approve Purchase Order Requisitions in alignment with budget and track P.O.s in PCS
Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budget and reporting of the key performance indicators for the project
Monitor the financial “health” of the project and raise the “red flag” when a negative impact or condition arises