PPG - Junior Cost Specialist

Paramus, NJ
Full Time
Mid Level
PPG is a sister company of QISG under the parent Quanta Services, Inc.  This posting is for a direct hire position of Phoenix Power Group and is solely for the purpose of Phoenix Power Group.
Phoenix Power Group Inc. (PPG) is a leading Construction Services Company providing Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services specializing in the installation of utility and industrial process infrastructure including substations, power generation, industrial process facilities, and renewable fuel projects in North America. PPG is a subsidiary of Quanta Services Inc., the largest specialty contractor in North America, providing large single-source solutions and leading the industry in its ability to deliver a collective scope of services, expertise and manpower. 

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

The Junior Cost Specialist will assist the Project Controls and Project Management teams with all functions of daily operations in support of 1-4 projects at a time. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, data entry, financial reporting, and other project support tasks.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Enters material receipts in JDE
  • Obtains material receiving documentation from expediting/project team
  • Uploads individual BOL, back-up documentation to each line level of receipt entry
  • Files material receipts in TAP/JDE if applicable
  • Ensures any lien waivers or other back-up documentation is received and included in PDF packet
  • Codes AP invoices to correct PO/Sub JDE line numbers with dollar value and quantity per line
  • Ensures retention held and taxing is correct for all AP invoices
  • Receives EAC, PPC, and monthly forecasts submitted by APM/PM
  • Enters/posts costs and quantities to EcoSys
  • Updates ETC and posts EAC within EcoSys
  • Creates excel Executive Cost Report and updates all tabs
  • Reviews completed report with the Project Manager and Sr Project Controls/Director
  • Submits finalized report by due date
  • Creates labor hour reports
  • Submits finalized monthly cost and billing forecasts by due date
  • Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
  • Performs special projects and completes other duties as assigned or requested
Position Reports to: Director of Project Controls
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SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
  • 2+ years of experience in supporting Projects
  • Experience with Cost and Contract Management Systems; Contracts, Purchase Orders, Invoices, and Change Orders
  • 2 years of financial education
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Experience working with JDE, EcoSys, TAP, or Hubble is a plus
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Follows up with vendors and site project teams
  • Attention to detail, effective time management, and proven ability to meet deadlines
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