Project Cost Analyst

Lake Superior Consulting is hiring a Project Cost Analyst at our client location in Duluth, MN.

Lake Superior Consulting is hiring a Project Cost Analyst at our client location in Duluth, MN.

This is a long term contract position. Benefits are included during the contract time including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401kwith match, PTO etc. Apply today for immediate consideration!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting for capital construction projects and operational departments.
• Develop project and departmental budgets in line with utility accounting practices to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Audit invoices to ensure they meet contract terms and accurately reflect work progress.
• Conduct regular cost variance investigations to maintain accuracy and consistency in estimates and actual costs. Identify trends and root causes of variances.
• Facilitate the project/budget change control process, ensuring accurate documentation and communication of changes to scope, budget, schedule, and forecast.
• Build positive relationships and communication channels with internal and external stakeholders to promote efficient information flow.
• Learn and utilize various software systems, including PowerPlant, Oracle, Primavera, Maximo, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, and Power BI.
• Assist with special projects supporting development of Power BI Portfolio Reporting and other forecasting tools.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related business field such as economics, finance, management, or mathematics.
• If your degree is in a related field, you must have taken relevant accounting courses.
   

Join an entrepreneurial team of dedicated engineering and technical service consultants that work to improve and strengthen our critical energy infrastructure. At Lake Superior Consulting (LSC), we are committed to safeguarding the well-being of people and the environment without compromise in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. LSC provides integrity management solutions and engineering services to meet the increasing needs of our US and Canadian client base. Our talented team of technical professionals serves the Liquids and Natural Gas, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing industries. 

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We support an inclusive workplace where employees excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.