Contract Senior Project Controls Analyst

What's Awesome About Our Client?Leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art spacecraft technologyCompany with a mission to change the world from spaceGreat opportunity for a challenging contract role, interfacing with highly intelligent managers and leadershipWhy this job - Contract Senior Project Controls Analyst:A prominent aerospace company seeks a Senior Project Controls Analyst who will be responsible for managing project cost and schedule data and performing project cost and schedule analysis. This role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively.What You'll Actually Do:Prepare financial forecasts, monitor actual costs, manage baseline controls, and research variancesReview project labor actuals material receipts and perform time-phased labor and material forecastingWork closely with program management to create and analyze monthly Estimate to Complete (ETC)/Estimate at Complete (EAC) for assigned project(s)Evaluate all aspects of project cost performance to identify necessary forecast modifications, assess risks and opportunities associated with the current EAC/LRE, and provide recommendations to program management regarding potential forecast adjustment strategiesInterface effectively with the program management team and other functional organizationsMust be able to work successfully on a multi-discipline team and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlinesStrong written and oral communication skillsTo Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field is required6+ years of relevant experience2+ years working in aerospace, defense, construction, oil and gas or government contracting required(element of cost experience needed)Experience with principles and applications of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and change controlKnowledge of or experience with schedule development and management practices and principles, including schedule logic and dependencies, critical path analysis, analysis of task-loaded labor, and schedule status analysis and reportingAble to review and understand contractual and proposal documents as applicable to proposal or project cost and schedule requirementsAdvanced Excel skills - using pivot tables, vlookups, and formulasExcellent critical thinking and problem-solving skillsDetailed-oriented and willingness to roll up your sleevesWhere and How Much:Target Compensation up to $65/hourCentennial - in-office-some flexibility-local candidates ONLY4-5-month contract with potential for permanent - start ASAP