Energy Northwest
Energy
ProjectControlsLeadAnalyst
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“Project Controls Lead Analyst at Energy Northwest. Skills: Project Controls, Earned Value Management (EVM), financial analysis, budgeting, risk management. Provide Project Controls oversight of assigned Capital and O&M projects and adhere to Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.. Develop project cost schedule using project cost estimates and project manager input using available tools and processes.”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure projects meet organizational goals and industry standards; drive sound business decisions; foster collaboration; uphold rigorous financial and schedule controls aligned with GAAP and contractual requirements; optimize efficiency and accountability; contribute to the success of a mission-driven organization committed to excellence in energy solutions.
Industry & Context.
Develop recommendations for corrective actions to project managers to recover cost and schedule deviations back to the established baseline schedule.; Identify and propose changes and or improvements to Project Controls processes.
Participation on the Emergency Response Organization (ERO) when designated., Support the biennial refueling outage.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10 years of industrial level experience working with financial/accounting/budgeting/risk position, Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, AA degree and 12 years of industrial level experience working with financial/accounting/budgeting/risk position, High school diploma or GED and 14 years of industrial level experience working with financial/accounting/budgeting/risk position
Nice to Have
experience preferably within a large company or profit center
What You'll Do.
Provide Project Controls oversight of assigned Capital and O&M projects and adhere to Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
Develop project cost schedule using project cost estimates and project manager input using available tools and processes.
Monitor project performance against the baseline schedule by analyzing variances and trends.
Provide monthly analysis and financial summaries to supported managers and Corporate Finance.
Develop recommendations for corrective actions to project managers to recover cost and schedule deviations back to the established baseline schedule.
Recommend changes to the Long-Range Plan based on current project performance and lessons learned through project controls.
Ensure identified risks and opportunities are tracked and monitored using the appropriate tools.
Understand and process approved project baseline changes following the change management process.
Process monthly journal entries into the financial system.
Review journal entries for accuracy prior to posting in the financial system.
Review baseline changes to ensure adherence to Project Controls procedures and practices.
Maintain Project Controls P6 schedule layouts.
Provide Project Controls and EVM initial and refresher training to project managers and project supervision.
Review variance explanations to ensure alignment with Project Controls standards and expectations.
Coordinate and facilitate monthly Project Status Report (PSR) review meetings with supported project groups.
Identify and propose changes and or improvements to Project Controls processes.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Regular and proactive collaboration within the department and external customers; Provide technical direction and support to project managers through regular touchbase meetings.; Coordinate and facilitate monthly Project Status Report (PSR) review meetings with supported project groups.
Communication Scope
Provide monthly analysis and financial summaries to supported managers and Corporate Finance.; Provide technical direction and support to project managers through regular touchbase meetings.; Coordinate and facilitate monthly Project Status Report (PSR) review meetings with supported project groups.
Process & Methodology
planning, scheduling, budgeting, financial analysis, schedule/cost control, risk management, Earned Value Management (EVM), variance analysis, performance reporting, change management process
Full Job Description
Join Energy Northwest as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, delivering expert business consulting services across a diverse portfolio of Capital and O&M projects. In this role, you will champion best practices in planning, scheduling, budgeting, financial analysis, and risk management to ensure projects meet organizational goals and industry standards. Your leadership will drive sound business decisions, foster collaboration, and uphold rigorous financial and schedule controls aligned with GAAP and contractual requirements. As a key member of the Project Controls team, you will provide oversight and guidance on Earned Value Management (EVM), develop and monitor project cost schedules, and deliver actionable insights through variance analysis and performance reporting. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping long-range plans, mentoring staff, and enhancing processes to optimize efficiency and accountability. This is an opportunity to influence high-impact projects, work closely with senior leaders, and contribute to the success of a mission-driven organization committed to excellence in energy solutions. **GENERAL SUMMARY** Serve as a trusted advisor by providing business consulting services to designated project groups for a broad range of both Capital and Operation & Maintenance (O&M) projects. Promote sound business decisions and best practices in the areas of planning, scheduling, budgeting, financial analysis, schedule/cost control, and effective risk management is support of Energy Northwest business requirements. Monitor customer business processes and project performance to ensure sound business and financial controls are instituted. Ensure that budget, cost, and schedule practices conform with generally accepted accounting principles, industry standards, and contractual requirements. **PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES** Responsible for leading with minimal supervision the development, coordination, tracking and execution, to include: * Provide Project Controls
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