Project Controller (Junior) (Houston)

Role :: Project Controller (Junior)Location :: Houston TX, USA…(Onsite)Duration :: 12 Months Contract on W28 or more years of related experience with cost control concepts and practices on capital projectsResponsibilitiesUS Operations Program Service team is committed to the delivery of centralized programs and services to support safety and operational excellence. We are seeking an energetic individual to support our program and project controls.Reporting to the Program Services Manager, the Project Controller is responsible for providing project services including purchase requisitions, invoice attestation, cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting on project and program budget.What you'll do Track and record costs through work orders, purchase orders, and invoicesResolve exceptions or inaccuracies in forecast dataSupport the Project Managers by providing financial reporting and analysis for project estimating and contractor selection and management.Perform Final Cost Reconciliation. Assist in the preparation of detailed project and program cost reports.Track and evaluate project cost data and progress to identify trends and predict future expenditures. Share cost performance insights with the project team and leadership through discussions and detailed cost reports.Identify opportunities for improvement to forecasting and other project cost control methodologies and document as lessons learned.Full cycle project controller duties from project initiation to project closure.Maintain on-going, positive presence with project team members, other stakeholders, and outside entities, i.e. Construction Contractors, vendors, through professional communications.Minimum Qualifications Requires a Degree in Accounting, Business Management, Engineering or Project Management degree preferred8 or more years of related experience with cost control concepts and practices on capital projectsEquivalent combination of education and experience may be consideredExperienced with Excel spreadsheets, word processing and database software • Written, verbal, presentation and electronic communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels of the Project Controls and Project Management organization effectivelyActive learning on new process, tools and projectsTeam player; demonstrates effective collaborative working relationshipsPreferred QualificationsKnowledge and experience with project and portfolio cost management processes, policies and principles • Working knowledge of how to assess the relationship between cost and schedule data Proven ability to analyze and effectively communicate data story to teams and leadership • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.Must be able to effectively present information to senior leaders and stakeholder teams