Title:

Project Cost Control Manager (Remote)

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Program Summary 

KBR's Readiness and Sustainment division is the Team Behind the Mission®. We deliver mission critical services to the U.S. military and coalition partners around the world. Our key capabilities include base operations; contingency and expeditionary support; next generation asset management; digitally focused logistics; prepositioned stock; and integrated supply chain management. Our Program Planning and Control group at R&S is decisively expanding and pursuing opportunities in both traditional and non-traditional arenas for KBR. 

 

Job Summary 

Relies upon experience, interpersonal skills, and broad knowledge of project controls to ensure task completion in compliance with policies, procedures, and business strategy. Under broad direction, is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related disciplines or sub-groups within the project controls function. Manages the delivery of functional objectives by providing leadership and direction to managers or professional staff. Participates in the development of project controls strategy and may be responsible for global processes and procedures in estimating, project risk control, cost control, and scheduling.  

 

Roles and Responsibilities  

Forecast, control, and report project costs, including the development of project variances, trending, and completion reports.Analyze and modify cost estimates, re-baseline programs, and track subcontractor costs and vendor invoices. Review and calculate future costs based on labor productivity, material price increases, wage rates, and risk analysis. Develop and control project baselines and budgets, and prepare forecasts using program resource estimates. Lead cross-functional teams, establish decision options, and collaborate with Program Management to meet financial and contractual deliverables. Monitor project schedules/milestones to facilitate estimates to complete and manage scope changes. Prepare and deliver customer report deliverables, ensuring compliance with contract terms and government standards (FAR, CAS). Develop Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), perform charge number control, and handle complex pricing concepts. Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex problems, and implement process improvement initiatives within the Finance/Program group. Provide mentoring and training, while balancing long- and short-term objectives, and developing best practices for internal and external issues. 

 

Basic Qualifications  

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance in addition to 14+ years of related experience. 

Demonstrated knowledge of complex program management concepts (cost analysis, budgets, estimate to complete, project schedules, etc.). 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF, charts, graphs, etc. Must be CAC eligible. 

 

Preferred Qualifications 

Experience with finance and accounting in commercial programs. 

Experience with standard government agency reporting requirements (NASA, DOD). 

Demonstrated understanding of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) reporting. 

Expertise in use of Costpoint, COBRA, COGNOS. 

Six Sigma/Greenbelt certification. 

MBA or CPA; or both 

Program Management Professional (PMP) certification 

 

KBR Benefits 

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.  

 

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR  

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient. 

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.