Project Control Analyst

Title: Project Controls Analyst Location: Altanta, GA Hire Type: Long term contract Overview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Create WBS to align project execution strategies with cost tracking, forecasting, scheduling and comparison to original estimate.Manage and monitor project budgets, ensuring cost-effective utilization of resources. Support the Project Manager as the Project Controls track lead by actively learning project scope and objects, being engaged in weekly / monthly meetings by understanding what is occurring during project meetings and incorporating new information into project forecasts, estimates, risk registers and other financial documents/reports.Prepare estimates, budgets, initiate and maintain cost forecasts, reviewing and incorporating monthly costs, conduct cost variance analysis and provide explanations, leading cost impact and forecast review meetings with Project Management.Assess qualified/quantified risk analysis to be used for data-driven decision making and developing risk response strategies.Assist in the bid process, including bid evaluation, comparison and reporting.Review invoicing for adherence to contract and project progressManage vendors to ensure change orders, invoicing and vendor-provided estimates, schedules and reporting support the needs of the project and project manager.Settling final accounts and closing projects to mitigate unforeseen trailing costs.Positively engage with Customers, developing, growing and maintaining Customer relationships.Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills:Sound cost management experience.Sound knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning.Good knowledge of construction methods, sequencing and materials.Working knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.Good knowledge and experience of post-contract cost management tasksClear and effective communication skills - both oral and writtenMethodical way of thinking and approach to workQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.