Cost Controller- Entry Level

<b> Overview / Responsibilities </b><br><br>Wood is currently seeking a <b>Cost Controller.</b> This is an entry-level position located in our <b>Greenville, SC</b> office. Through a period of training and on the job learning, individual learns how to support 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. The position may require periods of time in construction site locations working with construction, estimating, business development and engineering, however the primary role will be performed at the <b>Greenville, SC</b> office. <br><br>Under continuous, close supervision and with support and guidance, learns how to assist in the preparation <br>and reporting of project cost budgets, in accordance with contractual requirements and Wood policies, <br>procedures and standards. This will typically involve the review, analysis and reporting of actual and <br>forecasted project costs against the project approved budget. <br><br><b>Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities</b> <br><ul><li> Assist in the development and maintenance of Project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost <br> Breakdown Structure (CBS) for specific scopes </li><li> Assist in the development of project budgets in accordance with the Basis of Estimate including <br> statements of work scope, assumptions, man-hour estimates, narratives and review & comment of <br> client documents </li><li> Liaise with procurement, finance and time-capture functions, and third parties as required, to <br> support accurate and timely capture of procurement, materials, subcontract and labor manhour <br> costs, allocating costs in accordance with approved project WBS </li><li> Liaise with engineering, procurement and construction functions, and others as required, to <br> maintain awareness of project activities and their impact on the project budget, schedule and cost <br> forecast </li><li> Support the project work approval process in terms of accurate cost code allocation and initial <br> budget set-up and approvals </li><li> Assist in the development and maintenance of project cost budgets using appropriate software <br> applications </li><li> Monitor cost commitments and expenditures through all phases of project lifecycle </li><li> Provide input to project cost performance reports in accordance with project reporting <br> requirements </li><li> Support the preparation of updates to project cost forecasts </li><li> Assist in the monitoring and reporting on cost impact of project manpower forecasts </li><li> Assist in development of project change orders / variations in accordance with engineering and <br> construction change notifications </li><li> May facilitate and communicate cost and schedule impact of change notifications. </li><li> Monitor overall project cost performance and contingency drawdown. </li><li> Attend project meetings as required. </li><li> Participate in the project cost close-out process. </li><li> Attend cost & estimate risk analysis sessions as required </li><li> Participate in Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement Reviews </li></ul> <br><br><b> Skills / Qualifications </b><br><br><ul><li> 0-2 years experience </li><li> Relevant bachelor's degree required in fields such as Business, Engineering or Construction </li><li> Good general computer skills - MS Project, MS Excel, MS Access, and other common business software </li><li> Basic understanding of project management principles and techniques a plus </li></ul><br> <b> Special Requirement Skill </b> <br><br> Candidate must be willing to travel to job site locations as necessary and work in corporate office <br><br><b> Communication Skills </b> <br><ul><li> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills </li><li> Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing </li><li> Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence and memos </li><li> Ability to write correspondence </li></ul><br> <b> Physical Demands </b> <br><br> The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. <br> <br> While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to type and write. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or crouch. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. <br> <br> <b> Work Environment </b> <br> The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud. <br><br>Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required <br><br><b> Company Overview </b><br><br>Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com <br><br><b> Diversity Statement </b><br><br>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.