Senior Project Controls Specialist Cost

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Senior Project Controls Specialist Cost

This position is responsible for managing the cost management framework for assigned projects. It performs complex aspects of change documentation and cost control while reporting up to program or portfolio level. The Senior Project Controls Specialist (SrPCS) is a critical position as the expert of Cost Management (set up cost baseline and monitor / control throughout the project lifecycle). This position supports Project Managers and Project Directors on projects and programs of varying size and complexity. The SrPCS will be expected to lead / direct the set up and reviews of the project controls status (cost, contract, WBS, schedule, resource, etc.).

Using prescribed methods and tools, the position is responsible for performing primary aspects of cost management assignments. The position is considered a technical, SME, support position and requires college level reasoning via formal education or work experience. It requires understanding and application of basic project controls cost management principles. This position must be proficient with various computer applications with analytics that relate to cost and risk. This position requires proficient to expert use, understanding and application of project controls principles and associated project controls software tools.

The candidate will be responsible for :

• Establish project cost baseline report at a detailed level.
• Managing monthly project forecast and risk assessment.
• Project forecast includes actuals through financial systems plus balance to go including committed costs, open estimates, labor costs, etc.
• Providing analysis and forecasting of project cost performance.
• Assisting with forecasting project cost impacts.
• Project risk quantification, analysis, and management
• Review and analysis of cost estimates, including estimate basis and qualifications.
• Review and reporting of project status as provided by Duke Energy and its vendors.
• Monitoring compliance with department requirements and Enterprise Policy and Standards.
• Updating project cost and risk information in Duke systems and tools
• Track and manage changes to the project scope and cost baseline

The applicant should have detailed knowledge and experience with :

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The Senior Project Controls Specialist may have relationships with individuals of varying levels in the following organizations :

Travel Requirements : 25-50%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) : No

Represented / Union Position : No

Visa Sponsored Position : No

Posting Expiration Date : Wednesday, October 8, 2025

All job postings expire at 12 : 01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic / required qualifications.