Senior Project Controls Cost Analyst, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield • Bradley, IL

7d • $140,250 - $165,000

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 develop and 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 long-term project support plans, including building, managing, and reporting cost reports and analyses. The role requires strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• At least 8 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.
• Construction industry experience.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Additional life sciences experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish cost management programs and deliverables for large-scale capital programs, including tools, technology, processes, and procedures.
• Integrate 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 on cost risks, issues, and mitigations.
• Drive the project accruals and forecasting process, including monthly, biweekly, and/or weekly cycles as required.
• Support the risk management process and plan.
• Support facilitation of quantitative risk assessments when required.
• Develop and lead the earned value component of complex manufacturing programs.
• Support development of project controls and project execution plans.
• 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 its clients as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid and unpaid time away from work
• Competitive pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior