Mgr Project Controls - Cost - 90213412 - Onsite New York

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Project Controls Cost Engineering Manager drives financial performance across a mid-size Capital portfolio, guiding teams, shaping strategy, and delivering insights that keep projects on track and on budget. Individuals in this role work under minimal supervision of a Sr Project Controls Manager and lead a project or program level controls team which is comprised of direct and matrixed subordinate cost controls practitioners. Project Risk: Complex Portfolio

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
· Lead cost planning, forecasting, and reporting across multiple capital projects and programs 
· Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and finance teams to develop and manage budgets 
· Analyze performance data (labor, unit quantities, vendor costs) to support decision-making 
· Prioritize Budget-to-Schedule alignment for greater financial outcomes 
· Monitor KPIs and trends using dashboards, charts, and reports 
· Review contractor cost plans and integrate into portfolio forecasts 
· Provide expert guidance on cost estimating, change management, and financial analysis 
· Supervise and mentor Cost Analysts and Business Analysts 
· Develop templates and processes to improve cost control and reporting 
· Support annual capital planning and alignment with strategic goals 
· Manage cost data using an EPPM and other approved systems 
· Oversee consultant contracts and task orders as needed 
· Ensure timely, high-quality delivery of estimates, forecasts, and reports 
· Responsible for all activities detailed above, while consulting with relevant project controllers (e.g., cost, schedule) and receiving approval from Sr. Project Controls Manager on any areas impacting project work. 
· Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s Degree (Finance, Business, Construction) required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 
· 7 years of relevant prior experience required.
· Cost management, estimating, and project controls experience on complex projects in a rail, transportation or engineering environment. 
· 3+ years in a supervisory role developing and leading direct reports tasked to manage cost control for large capital projects 
· Proven ability to effectively communicate with varying audiences and stakeholders. 
· Strong practical project controlling knowledge with high proficiency navigating project controls tools and work processes. 
· Super-user of MS Excel, SharePoint, Power BI/Access and Primavera/Oracle PPM tools. 
· Ability to organize and present project portfolio reports, proposals, and other related portfolio information that spotlight cost performance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Graduate Degree 

· 9+ years of relevant experience preferred.
· Deep understanding of construction project lifecycle, contract administration, and cost engineering practices 
· Understanding of railroad business functions, operations, and/or design and construction processes. 
· Previous railroad, heavy operations, maintenance and renewal for projects or programs in all phases particularly in initiating, design and/or construction phases. 
· Experience with $50M–$500M+ capital projects in rail, transportation, or similar industries 
· Hands-on experience with data analytics and dashboard development 
· Six Sigma Black Belt

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
· Office building environment. 
· Work in cubicle setting; stand, sit, bend, twist, use file drawers. 
· Sit at computer to complete assignments, projects, and majority of tasks. 
· Ability to work under close deadlines. <