Senior Project Controls Cost Analyst, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield•Bradley, IL

About The Position

This senior-level role manages cost management activities for one or multiple complex projects. The analyst works with senior project managers, clients, and other key stakeholders to support strategic cost plans throughout the project lifecycle, from early phases through closeout. In collaboration with the Senior Project Manager and/or Project Controls Manager, the role develops a plan for long-term project support, including building, managing, and reporting cost reports and analyses. The position requires exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
Eight or more years of related experience as a cost management expert on capital projects, including design and construction phases.
Direct experience working on teams in a complex, matrixed environment.
Expertise using Excel.
Experience within the construction industry.
Exemplary oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Additional life sciences experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish the cost management program and deliverables for large-scale capital programs, including tools, technology, processes, and procedures.
Integrate all third-party plans and cost components into an integrated cost plan.
Provide detailed analysis to project managers, clients, construction managers, engineering teams, and other third parties regarding cost risks, issues, and mitigations.
Drive the accruals and forecasting process for projects, including detailed monthly, biweekly, and/or weekly reporting as required.
Support the risk management process and plan.
Facilitate quantitative risk assessments when required.
Develop and lead the earned value component of complex manufacturing programs.
Support development of the project control and project execution plan.
Review and approve invoices from subcontractors and third parties.
Assist with development of RFPs, RFQs, and other project-related contract negotiations.
Drive development of project estimates.
Drive the value engineering process.
Assist in developing cost management procedures for Cushman & Wakefield and clients as required.