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The Capital Projects Analyst performs cost analysis, budgets and forecasts related to Transmission and Distribution projects in all stages of development or execution. Creates and maintains financial and business models. Compiles performance information related to monthly project cost for inclusion in reports. Provides analytical expertise to support project and portfolio management.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Builds and maintains cost models and performs scenario analysis for assigned projects.
• Prepares cash flow estimates in support of monthly present estimate (PE) process.
• Analyzes cost and schedule impacts of project scope changes and trends. Prepares and delivers presentations of numerical analysis.
• Interfaces with internal and external project team (s) as necessary for cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting. Provides day-to-day detailed monitoring and analysis of project budgets and actuals.Updates and maintains project budgets and cost information. Provides accurate financial, cost reporting, trending analysis and recommends corrective actions.
• Provides Cost Management support through identification of gaps and opportunities.Recommends development or modification of cost engineering data standards.
• Tracks & trends monthly spend to develop a view on earned value and provide predictability when assessing the project forecast.
• Actively performs Forensics Analysis on all aspects of project spend and forecast to assure budget adherence.
• Utilizes CURA, COGNOS, POWER BI, Maximo, and Power Plan to perform analyses, interpret the output and develop presentations from the data set (where applicable).
• Demonstrate commitment to safety through active participation in safety meetings, safety inspections and field observations where applicable.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education Required for the Position

• B.S. in Finance, Accounting, Project Management, Construction Management or applicable course of study or equivalent work experience.
• Desired: MBA or other advanced degree.

Minimum experience required of the position.

• Analyst, Sr.: At least 8+ years of project controls, project accounting or cost engineering

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position.

• Capital Project development and execution cost analysis experience with an owner or contractor.
• Understanding of commercial agreements and contracting strategies
• Analytical skill set with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in Cognos, Power BI, Maximo and Power Plan
• Understanding of project schedule impact on cost forecasting and integration of schedule in cost
• Knowledge of Entergy financial and accounting systems and processes
• Working knowledge of the regulatory agencies for which the projects will be governed. These include NERC/MISO/FERC/Public Service Commission/City Council, etc. where applicable.
• Understanding of cost, schedule, and risk alignment

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required of the position.

• Desired – AACEI Certified Cost Technician, AACEI Certified Cost Professional

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Primary Location: Louisiana-New OrleansLouisiana : New Orleans || Louisiana : Baton Rouge || Texas : The Woodlands
Job Function: Professional
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: Level II
Union description/code: Non-Bargaining
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 118931
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEI page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement:The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

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WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.