Cost Control Manager

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K&A Engineering Consulting
Engineering consulting firm offering innovative solutions in various sectors including energy and infrastructure.
Manage cost control & scheduling for large utility projects.
13 days ago ago
$60 - $68
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
White Plains, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
250 Employees
Service Specialisms
Licensing and Permitting Services
Power Generation Services
Technology Solutions
Field Services (Construction Management & Testing & Commissioning)
Transmission Engineering Services
Substation Engineering Services
Distribution Engineering Services
DER Interconnection Studies
Sector Specialisms
Electric Power Generation
Substation
Transmission
Distribution
Energy Efficiency
Distributed Energy Resources (DER)
Utility
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
p6 scheduling
cost tracking
cash flow
funding request
cear authorization
risk review
  • Verifies that the most up to date P6 cost loaded schedules have been verified by Project Engineers and pushed to UOPP
  • Verifies that preliminary funding request reflects plans to generate initial estimate and schedule
  • Checks accrual status, submit accruals, re-accrue or clear with invoices as applicable, report as completed
  • Advises on steps to obtain CEAR authorization ahead of cash runway
  • Scrutinizes long-range plans against progress and add duration where justified
  • Identifies persistently lagging activities and ensure appropriate durations are being carried out
  • Attends all scheduling meetings to identify any risks to current and outer year budget as a result of schedule updates
  • Verifies P6 schedule is accurate, and any new estimates submitted have been reflected in schedule
  • Verifies program cost table is set up with codes for all assets for all tasks
  • Identifies key activities and procurement on schedule, verify P6 budgets are accurately represented
  • Updates DOB cash flow projections based on P6 schedules
  • Participates in Project Health Meeting to review authorization status, budget status, commitments, agree to changes in strategy or actions
  • Assist with planning activities for developing all Phase 0 and Phase 1 instruments ahead of CEAR submission
What you bring
project controlling
construction scheduling
sap
powerbi
bachelor's
leadership
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in Project Controlling and 6 years of experience in Construction Project Scheduling preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills and computer skills.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent technical discipline
  • Proficient in project management and schedule analysis
  • This is a hybrid role, must be able to travel to the White Plains, New York office weekly.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership potential and accountability.
  • Proven track record of managing project controls for large-scale utility projects.
  • Must have experience using Scheduling Tools and Software
  • Required experience in SAP, SharePoint, SQL, Excel, PowerBI, and Maximo
  • Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and planning skills.
  • Must be able to independently generate reporting and conduct analysis.
  • Experience with Power Generation, Transmission Line, and substation-related projects.
Benefits
  • 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
  • FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
  • Provides innovative engineering solutions across multiple sectors.
  • Delivers customized, practical solutions in energy, infrastructure, utilities, and transportation.
  • Works on projects such as large-scale energy infrastructure, transportation systems, and water resource management.
  • Specializes in complex designs and high-efficiency engineering services.
  • Known for addressing current engineering challenges and forecasting future needs and trends.
Culture + Values
5 days
Workweek Standard
The company maintains a standard 5-day workweek to support work-life balance.
4 times
Monthly Connections
Fosters community through ‘Coffee Connections’ initiatives held 4 times a month.
  • Big Firm Abilities, Small Firm Agility
  • Delivering excellence through consistent quality and teamwork
  • Safety as a core value—‘safety is number one priority’ with OSHA certifications, defensive driving, and hazard communication training
  • Employee-first organization valuing knowledge, learning, connection, collaboration
  • Promotes a culture of 'can do attitude' and 'say‑do' ratio with project deadlines and quality
  • Rewards and Recognition through regular programs, awards, and bonuses
  • Supports work–life balance via generous PTO
  • K&A Cares – employee-driven community service, e.g., solar panel donations, food packaging, trail cleanups
  • Continuous learning and development via company-sponsored tuition reimbursement, industry workshops, conferences
Environment + Sustainability
>25M annual revenue growth
Renewable Energy Contracts
Secured major contracts such as USAID SURE II and CMP interconnection support, contributing to significant revenue growth in 2020.
  • Designed energy engineering solutions to enhance quality of life, with a growing focus on clean and alternative energy projects.
  • Engineered and donated solar panels to power a rural Nepal health and birthing center.
  • Embedded safety, health, environment & quality (SHEQ) into core operations.
  • No stated net-zero target publicly available.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
  • Commits to zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or racism toward any employee, client, or the public
  • Actively seeks diverse talent via immigration-friendly hiring processes
  • In benefits: publicly states 'will remain committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture'
  • No publicly available gender-related demographic statistics
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