Project Controls Specialist III

Calista Corporation•Portland, ME

4d•$45 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing all aspects of project cost tracking and status reporting, primarily for environmental and construction Federal contracts. The Project Controls Specialist will provide hands-on technical support and knowledge for all job cost management and administrative tasks related to individual projects.

Requirements

Minimum three to five years of experience in Cost+ project controls required
Five to fifteen years of Project Controls experience
Experience with Deltek Cost Point software
Experience with DCAA and DCMA government contracting
Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word
Experience with Electronic invoicing systems
Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Brice Environmental’s Driving Policy
Ability to pass a drug, driving and background screenings
Strong knowledge of general accounting theories, principles, and practices with a solid knowledge of Government accounting
Working knowledge and understanding of legal documentation including contracts
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to deal effectively with a variety of interpersonal relationships and situations
Superior organizational and time management skills and extreme attention to detail
Self-starter, highly motivated, able to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure and changing priorities
Excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done, especially when important deadlines cause greater than normal departmental pressures
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work in an Alaska Native Corporation multi-business environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred; experience in lieu of education will be taken into consideration
Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and FAR/DFARs is preferred
Experience with scheduling software like MS Project, Primavera and Smart sheets is preferred

Responsibilities

Tracking and reporting project costs
Preparing cost reports and developing Estimate to Complete (ETC) tools to support the Estimate at Completion (EAC) process
Analyzing cost and schedule performance, preparing the reporting package necessary for forecasting and computing indirect rates and revenue
Performing monthly expense trend and budget vs. actual analyses
Understanding project contract terms as it pertains to the billing function but also to become familiar with the scope of work, cost allowability, milestones, funding, deliverables, and schedule
Supporting purchase order/subcontract setup to accrue and track subcontractor costs and other job/project expenses
Participating in the preparation of customer invoicing complete with appropriate back-up and approvals
Performing project close-out tasks including a thorough review of historical cost data to ensure proper cost coding, compliance with contract and inclusion of all job costs
Serving as the primary point of contact for team training on Cost+ project management
Working in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
Performing any other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive wages and bonus programs
Annual performance reviews with recommendations on training
Mentorship Program
Tuition reimbursement
Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums
FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP
Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, & LTD
Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance
Paid time off (based on an employee having 2080 paid regular hours per year (40 hours per week). May increase per years of service in eligible status.)
10 Regular Holidays, 1 Bonus – Work Anniversary “Floating” Holiday
401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution