Cost Analyst (00313)

Position Summary

PMA is seeking a Cost Analyst who will perform construction project control functions related to project life cycle forecast, budget, quality assurance, cost variance analysis, contract change orders, invoice compliance/proper coding, and amendments for impact on budget and timetables. You will review the financial section of the Proposed Board Actions for accuracy. You will also provide quality assurance to college functional staff regarding all financial tracking and cost performances for multiple college campuses throughout LA County.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Monitor the overall integrity of the project budget and forecast in accordance with approved standard operating procedures.

• Provide quality assurance to college functional staff regarding all financial tracking and cost performance.

• Conduct cost variance analysis of reported data to identify trends and mitigate potential budget impacts.

• Review, analyze, and oversee monthly cost reports and monthly progress reports.

• Evaluate contract change orders and amendments for impact on budget/timetable.

• Review the financial section of the proposed board actions for accuracy.

• Review invoices for compliance and proper coding in accordance with encumbrances.

• Review task order requests, change orders, and amendments to ensure budget availability, accurate cost coding, and reporting.

• Interact with leads in various technical disciplines to understand and communicate issues and conflicts that may impact the budget.

• Ensure implementation of policies, procedures, and plans regarding cost management of capital projects with multiple funding sources.

• Provide interface support and respond to all College requests for all financial information.

• Serve as the central receiving point for all financial matters for assigned College(s).

• Travel to offsite project locations as required.

• Other job-related duties or projects as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' professional experience in program and/or project controls on a construction program required.

• BS/BA Degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related degree. Additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum stated above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

• Experience working through the entire project life cycle required.

• Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of cost/schedule management, earned value management, change management, forecasting, and risk assessment required.

• Ability to present data to management in an organized manner required.

• Exceptional communication skills required.

• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and situations required.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment required.

• Ability to work as part of a team required.

• Ability to perform in a business environment and maintain professional communications and demeanor required.

• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills, Proliance, data warehouse management systems, or other systems used by a large capital program, and educational facility experience preferred.

$62,400 - $79,800 a year

The salary range for this position is $62,400 - $79,800.

A hired employee will be placed within this salary range based on a variety of legitimate business reasons, including but not limited to the individual's scope of relevant experience and geographic location.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.

We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a "Best Place to Work."

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.