Project Controls Specialist IV, Cost

Fluor•Bagdad, AZ

7d•$103,500 - $191,500•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Cost Specialist IV for a project mine site in Bagdad, AZ. The Cost Specialist IV will report to the lead cost engineer and will be responsible for developing and maintaining the cost management baseline and systems for the assigned area/discipline. The individual will be responsible for budget establishment and maintenance in cost, submission of deliverables as required for monthly reporting requirements, cash flows, change management, cost forecasts.

Requirements

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to fourteen (14) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Cost specialist for a medium- to large-sized project
Technical skills in Cost & Schedule Management, Earned Value & Change Management;
Effective and objective decision-making capabilities by gathering information;
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills;
Accuracy and attention to detail are important;
Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is important;
Effective written and verbal communication skills;
Ability to communicate ideas and concepts. Commitment to customer service and ability to work in a team-oriented environment;
Ability to maintain confidential information is critical
Possess practical experience in the use of the automated cost or schedule management systems
Must have had leadership roles as a Control Team Lead (CTL) on a small-sized project or cost or scheduling lead on a large project
May need to travel internationally for project assignments and in support of business related matters

Responsibilities

Liaise with appropriate internal / external stakeholders to develop and establish an approved project cost control and reporting methodology in compliance with established project policies and procedures;
Provide oversight to ensure compliance with established procedures and cost reporting requirements;
Responsible for understanding the complete scope of work and the project estimate;
Analyze variances in cost performance against the plan, and communicates the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Project Management and other relevant stakeholders;
Liaise with project stakeholders to clarify any cost-related issues;
Recommend solutions or recovery plans to schedule/cost impact or delays;
Prepare reports for the project as required;
Implement cost control functions including controlling authorizations of expenditure and cash flow projections;
Coordinate check-estimates, as required, with the Project Estimator.
Other related duties as assigned