Project Controls/Project Manager Assistant

United States of America - Florida, OrlandoJob SummaryAbout AECOMAt AECOM, we believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.We take on the most complex challenges and pioneer innovative, iconic solutions that push the limits of what’s possible – the world’s longest cable-stayed bridge, record-breaking sports events, the largest greenfield port development mega project, life-sustainingand disaster recovery programs, and the tallest tower in the Western Hemisphere.On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, governments, energy and the environment, we deliver professional services throughout the project lifecycle.We are proud to be recognized for excellence:Fortune ’s World’s Most Admired Companies – 2014-2020

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AECOM is seeking a Project Control Analyst to join our team. This position can be located in our Orlando, FL or Arlington, VA office. The Project Control Analyst is responsible for providing daily direction, sound judgment and experience to the project controls functions towards the accomplishment of project-defined goals and objectives. Assist with development of all reports set forth in the client business requirements as well as indicated in the corporate reporting procedures. Interface and provide ongoing support to the Planning & Design team and/or Clients.ResponsibilitiesSuccessful applicant will provide project control and project manager assistance for the initiation and closeout of projects, scheduling of resources, subconsultant procurement assistance, invoice preparation and follow-up

Financial tracking and reporting for a wide array of projects ranging from planning to architecture and engineering design.

Works with the company financial and cornerstone systems and processes.

Recognizes processes/project actions that may lead to project financial impact.

Develops and maintains Work Breakdown structure for project(s).

Assists in the use of drawings and specifications in the establishment of project baseline data.

Begins basic analysis of cost and schedule variances, baseline fundamentals, concepts and principles.

Develops knowledge of accounting principles and applies the concepts and principles of project revenue and cost.

Assists in assembling data for trending and forecasting.

Understands progress/performance data and associated concepts and principles. Participates in the collection of progress data and review of performance trends.

Familiar with earned value, scope control and change management, including concepts, principles and methodologies.

Collects data and produces an initial analysis on manpower, labor hour, and labor cost requirements versus budget and funding limitations.

Collects and analyzes data for tracking actual cost to funding limitations.

Provides support to tracking purchase order and subcontract commitments and expenditures.

Familiar with the concepts and principles of project revenue and cost.

Exposure to basic scheduling and cost baseline fundamentals, concepts and principles.

Introduced to performance management and cost/schedule integration concepts and principles. Develops knowledge of scope control and change management.

Supports project reporting process as required.

Develops budgets based on approved estimates.

Analyzes cost and schedule data for project reporting and progress data in analyzing performance trends.

Applies progress/performance data and associated concepts and principles in creating project reports.

Provides support for tracking purchase orders and subcontract commitments and expenditures.

May participate in project cost review meetings and other duties as assigned.

Minimum RequirementsBA/BS; or AA and 2 years of related experience; or HS/GED and 4 years of related experience

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with Cost control processes and tools(i.e APIC, ABC, AGIS, Subport), accounting rules and requirements, and general planning and A/E project implementation steps is a plus.

Strong organization, time management and detail-orientation skill

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office : Word, Excel and Outlook

Able to develop budgets using PRISM and Costpoint or similar ERP system

Able to liaison with Client and Project/Construction team

Great communication skills - written or verbal

Willing to work both remotely and on site.

Previous experience in unit rate project controls.

What We OfferWhen you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.Job Category Program and Project ManagementBusiness Line Buildings & PlacesBusiness Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)Country United States of AmericaPosition Status Full-TimeRequisition/Vacancy No. 241453BRAdditional Locations US - Arlington, VA - 3101 Wilson BlvdClearance Required NoVirtual: NoQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.