Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Project Cost Analyst, ANS
About The Position
Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is seeking individuals who are driven to make an impact and transform how the world is built. This role involves developing and delivering critical infrastructure projects such as factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure, with a focus on smarter, safer, and more sustainable methods. You will collaborate with a team of experienced project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who combine real-world expertise with digital innovation and AI to revolutionize capital project planning, management, and execution. The goal is to build what's next and exceed industry norms. Depending on the role and location, applications may be directed through various Accenture legal entities, with benefits varying accordingly.
Requirements
- B.S. in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering Discipline, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent work experience
- Direct cost analysis experience on Utility New Gas Power Plant project or large ($300M+) Process Industry projects
- PCA III: 4+ yrs experience
- Sr. PCA: 6+ yrs experience
- Sr. Lead PCA: 10+ yrs experience
- Understanding of commercial agreements and contracting strategies
- Understanding of project schedule impact on cost forecasting and integration of schedule in cost
- Proficient and expert experience level in Cognos, Power BI, Maximo, Power Plan, and Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain cost models, perform scenario analysis, and prepare cash flow estimates to support the monthly present estimate (PE) process.
- Analyze cost and schedule impacts of scope changes and trends, delivering clear presentations of numerical analysis.
- Monitor and update project budgets and actuals, provide accurate financial and cost reporting, perform trending analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
- Interface with internal and external project teams to support cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting.
- Provide cost management support by identifying gaps and opportunities, recommending improvements to cost engineering data standards, and tracking monthly spend for earned value and forecast predictability.
- Perform forensic analysis on project spend and forecasts to ensure budget adherence.
- Lead or assist in developing and maintaining the Issue and Risk Register, as well as Cost Quantitative Risk Analyses (QRAs).
- Utilize COGNOS, Power BI, Maximo, and Power Plan to perform analyses, interpret outputs, and prepare data-driven presentations.
- Demonstrate strong documentation, technical writing, and organizational skills to meet ROD requirements, prudency reviews, deposition hearings, PSC filings, Change Order processes, and other legal requirements, while applying solid document management skills.
- Demonstrate commitment to safety through active participation in safety meetings, inspections, and field observations.
Benefits
- medical coverage
- dental coverage
- vision coverage
- basic life and AD&D insurance
- short- and long-term disability
- a 401(k) with employer match
- health savings accounts
- flexible spending accounts
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid maternity and parental caregiver leave
- adoption and surrogacy assistance
- supplemental insurance plans
- an employee assistance program
- legal resources
- identity theft protection
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
