Cost Analyst

Massy Wood is currently recruiting for a Cost Analyst with significant experience in the oil and gas petrochemical industry.The Cost Analyst is responsible for the preparation and reporting of project cost budgets, and the tracking, management and reporting of project expenditure to enable robust control of projects throughout their lifecycle.They will also support senior members of the cost team through the preparation and reporting of project cost budgets, ensuring budgets and reports are prepared to the required level of detail and accuracy in accordance with contractual requirements and Massy WG policies, procedures and standards. This will typically involve the review, analysis and reporting of actual and forecasted project costs against the project approved budgetAssist and support in the development and maintenance of Project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) for specific scopesLiaise with other Project Controls disciplines and functions, assist and support in the development of project budgets in accordance with the Basis of Estimate including statements of work scope, assumptions, man-hour estimates, narratives and review & comment of client documentsLiaise with procurement, finance and time-capture functions, and third parties as required, to ensure accurate and timely capture of procurement, materials, subcontract and labour manhour costs.Ensure costs are allocated accurately in accordance with approved project WBSLiaise with engineering, procurement and construction functions, and others as required, to maintain awareness of project activities and their impact on the project budget, schedule and cost forecast.Facilitate and manage the project work approval process in terms of accurate cost code allocation and initial budget set-up and approvalsAssist and support in the development and maintenance of project cost budgets using appropriate software applicationsMonitor and control cost commitments and expenditures through all phases of project lifecycleLiaise with planning as required to ensure accuracy in project cost phasing and forecasting.Prepare and provide project cost performance reports in accordance with project reportingrequirementsPrepare and issue updates to project cost forecastsMonitor and report on cost impact of project manpower forecastsDevelop and issue project change orders / variations in accordance with engineering andconstruction change notificationsFacilitate and communicate cost and schedule impact of change notifications.Monitor overall project cost performance and contingency drawdown.Attend project meetings as required.Participate in the project cost close-out process.Attend cost & estimate risk analysis sessions as requiredParticipate in Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement ReviewsContribute to the delivery of cost budgets and reports whereBudgets correspond in structure and monetary value to submitted estimates, the WBS & CBS.Original and current budgets correspond to approved estimates plus approved scope changes through the project life cycle.Updates issued in a timely manner and cost reports are accurate within the bounds of the cost system.Projects are reported accurately and with sufficient detail.Project issues are highlighted in a timely manner.Project reports are issued in accordance with the contract reporting calendar.Scope and design development change orders are correctly identified.Change orders are tracked and correct submittal and approval dates are entered in tracking system.Change order status is adjusted within cost reporting system as change orders are submitted and approved.Perform all other related job functions as required.BSc in Finance or a related field from a recognised university/ ACCA or equivalent.PMP certification will be considered an assetIncumbents will typically have a minimum 2 years relevant cost experienceBasic knowledge of cost software and related principles, tools and techniques including budgeting, forecasting and cash-flowBasic knowledge of Project Execution Procedures for Cost Management including ChangeManagementBasic understanding of WBS & CBS structures and project reporting capabilitiesBasic ability to develop project cost budgets and change estimatesBasic ability to prepare cost reportsBasic understanding of change management and associated cost and schedule processesUnderstanding of earned value application, cost and schedule variance analyses/trending and what-if scenariosUnderstanding of project management principles and techniquesUnderstanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis Demonstrates commitment to Wood Values, Visions & BehavioursApplies analytical and statistical analysisValid Certificate of Good Character (must not be older than 6 months).Preference will be given to national citizens or permanent residents of Trinidad & Tobago.This role does not provide sponsorship.Massy Wood Group Ltd. (Massy Wood) is a joint venture company, owned by the Energy division of Massy Holdings Ltd., and Wood PLC, a global leader in consulting and engineering across energy and the built environment. https//www.massywoodltd.com