Project Cost Controller

LUMA Energy•San Juan, PR

About The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor, Cost Controls, this position is responsible for overall cost analysis, tracking, monitoring and control work in support of Capital Projects. This role is responsible for cost monitoring and controlling within defined standards and consistent practices. The position works closely with projet teams on the compilation, assessment and documentation of project costs and associated cost monitoring and reporting required at various stages of the project.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Minimum 5 years in Cost Monitoring and Controlling Experience in a Regulated Utilities or EPC Environment.
Experienced with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Cost Breakdown Structure, Control Work Packages, Project Cost Codes, MS Projects/ Primavera P6 and other scheduling and monitoring software.
Experienced with Earned Value Management and Analysis in Project Cost and Progress Monitoring.
Valid Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Project Cost Control and management training and experience would be considered an asset. Additional Professional Certifications in Cost Management are preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the cost monitoring, tracking and cost control work for all Capital projects, including Transmission Lines, Substations, Distribution and Telecom projects.
Expected to be a functional expert of cost monitoring and cost controls practice within LUMA.
Responsible for Earned Value Management system reporting.
Identifying systemic issues within processes & tools. Developing corrective strategies to mitigate or eliminate issues.
Identifying internal & industry best practices for cost control and applying to internal standards consistently within the workgroup.
Monitoring outgoing cost control data and reports to ensure they meet core internal criteria & consistency.
Implementing approved cost control reports and information & core differences to management and project sponsors.
Responsible for ensuring the correct application of internal databases & for establishing & evoking methodologies to update database & cost control tools based on historical triggers.
Analyze internal costs to identify trends in cost forecasts. Support the project team by attending meetings and working collaboratively with others.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.
Follow all policies and procedures.