Turnaround Cost Controls Team Lead (Remote /Residence based)

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This position is responsible for developing & implementing standard tools work processes to gather validation analyze and report pertinent cost information throughout the life-cycle of the Turnaround Event. This position is also responsible for ensuring the consistency and effectiveness of deployment of tools & systems achieved by leading & mentoring Cost Engineers CDPs Project Technician.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Team administration duties in overseeing team of professionals (5-6 direct reports).

• Owns controls standardizes cost related practices tool templates to be deployed consistently for TAR Events while applying change management for improved practices tools.

• Ensures effective implementation across the TAR lifecycle from front end strategic planning through to close out phases

• Own and maintain historical cost parameters database based on post-TAR cost analysis.

• Develop monitor communicate trends per plant region and across North America. Utilize trend data to improve cost estimation & forecasting basis.

• Develop cost control strategies for each TAR Event outlining framework of project WBS structure Direct & Indirect CBS and ensuring its consistent & effective implementation.

• Develop & implement standard cost estimation & cost forecasting tools work processes training support to Planning & Execution Teams for effective utilization.

• Develop Cost Forecasting tools to incorporate TRACK data Contractor Cost Reports (ICR SOFA) Change Log - FCO data Risks & Opportunities cost impact data as well as bringing visibility on utilization of available Contingency & Allowances.

• Own the Change management process (FCO) & related tools and its deployment for effective utilization across all TARs.

• Develop & deploy the Cost Allocation principles of Indirect/ Support Cost allocations across Capital Expense scopes.

• Develop cost estimation validation & verification checks to drive quality & predictability.

• Takes lead in developing & presenting cost controls related topics of improvement to PROS Leadership & Management Team.

• Collaborate with Execution TAR Event Manager in establishing standard PO management strategy to drive work efficiencies & monitoring of PO values in addition to establish visible stewardship tools for prelim & final funding adherence and any supplemental funding request requirements.

• Ensure TAR Capitalization and Capital Asset Disposals Request (CADR) requests are being performed.

• Provide guidance on Capital vs Expense designation by working with subject matters experts on finance procedures and best practices within TARs.

• Implement tools & expectations for Contractor Cost Reporting (Incurred Cost Report - ICR Statement of Final Account SOFA)

• Drive desired vendor behaviors for cost reporting invoicing compliance. Interface with Procurement for driving vendor accountability including NCRs.

• Leads the development of cost controls related TAR Practices.

• Evaluate & work on continuous improvement idea generation & solutions implementation

• Takes responsibility in driving timely TAR Event cost closure by working with various team members cross-functionally.

Minimum Hiring Requirements:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent with experience

• 10 years of experience in Turnarounds Cost Controls with a proven track record of managing cost for $25MM turnarounds

• 3 years of People management & leadership experience

• Proficient in SAP Advanced Excel skills Knowledge of P6 scheduling reports is a must.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates positive supportive and cooperative behavior in interacting with co-workers supervisors and management. Accepts direction criticism and supervision

• Utilizes positive and constructive attitude toward resolution of problems and conflicts

• Able to multi-task complete tasks in a timely manner requires minimal supervision a self-starter possess strong organizational skills strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project requirements and deadlines

• Experience developing and maintaining project cost controls dashboards and reports

• Strong understanding of Accounting Principles; Project Cost Controls; Capital Projects; Turnarounds Maintenance; SAP Project Set-up Cost Transfers Requisitioning

• Proficient in the use of computers and business software including Microsoft (Excel Word PowerPoint OneNote Outlook) Adobe Acrobat Primavera P6 and SAP Project / Maintenance Modules

Work Hours

• Typically 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Longer hours might be required during Turnaround planning & execution phases which may also require working some weekends.

• Ability to travel up to 5%. Travel is required in U.S. and Canada primarily California U.S. Gulf Coast Edmonton Ontario and U.S. Northeast.

• The work environment is diverse from an office setting to onsite at Air Products operating facilities.

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation affordable medical dental life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.

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