Title:
Sr. Specialist, Cost Control
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Ongoing Recruitment: This posting is part of our ongoing recruitment efforts. We welcome applications, and while there may not be an immediate need, your resume will be kept on file for future consideration. We are continuously reviewing resumes and will contact qualified candidates as the need arises.
Program Summary
KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. KBR is a global provider of comprehensive solutions for aerospace and defense, energy and chemicals, intel and data science, and federal and civilian markets. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, intelligence community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity.
Job Summary
This position, reporting to the Cost Principal within the Program Planning and Control team, requires an undergraduate degree and over 4 years of experience. The role involves performing assignments under general and occasional direct supervision, utilizing standard concepts within project controls for preliminary or definitive estimates. The individual will analyze project and financial information, ensuring accurate and timely completion of internal and external reporting requirements. They will confirm the accuracy of obligated costs, review and approve purchase requisitions, and evaluate labor and non-labor related project costs weekly. This position offers the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in a dynamic environment, contributing to the success of various projects.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Perform assignments requiring experience and knowledge of standard concepts within project controls.
- Analyze possible solutions using standard methods and complete detailed analysis of project and financial information.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of required internal and external reporting requirements.
- Confirm the accuracy of obligated costs to projects.
- Review, code, and approve purchase requisitions.
- Conduct weekly evaluation and validation of labor and non-labor related project costs.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or a related business discipline, or 4+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
- Experience with Cost Point, Cognos, OnBase, Deltek, and WorkDay or similar softwares and platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
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Prior experience working on the LOGCAP Program.
- Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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