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LCRA · 1 day ago

Project Analyst Sr (Hybrid)

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

9+ years exp

LCRA is seeking a Senior Project Analyst to join their Transmission Project Management Office. The role involves creating and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets, as well as providing support throughout the project lifecycle and ensuring compliance with LCRA policies and procedures.

EnergyService IndustryWater

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Create and maintain project plans, schedules and budgets based on a given scope of work

Identify, monitor, and document variances and communicate project status and information to project managers and work package managers

Resolve scheduling issues and resource conflicts and escalate issues to the Project Manager as needed

Set up and maintain files in accordance with recordkeeping and records retention and documentation guidelines

Handle the closing of project accounting structure and records retention once projects are complete

Maintain knowledge of standard LCRA project management tools and software, including but not limited to the development and ongoing maintenance of project schedules and cost loading. Train others on the use of these systems

Connect with project managers and team members, to ensure accurate and timely dissemination of information

Research and recommend new project controls methodologies to improve project management processes and leverage knowledge of standard methodologies and experience to tackle problems

Provide support throughout the project lifecycle including initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout; with an emphasis on the Initiation and Planning phases

Ensure that projects are carried out in accordance with all applicable LCRA policies and procedures

Maintain a comprehensive understanding of LCRA project control procedures and initiate process development. Advise project managers and management personnel on the interpretation of project control policies, programs, and procedures

Actively support departmental continuous improvement and may be called upon to help develop new project delivery practices that improve overall productivity of staff and project managers or that address management problems

Provide a high level of customer service and promote team building. Build strong relationships with peers, partners, and management

Represent the Project Management Office positively and with professionalism

Qualification

Budget analysisMicrosoft ProjectData analysisProject managementPrimavera P6PeopleSoft Project CostingAdvanced MS ExcelProject schedulingOffice productivity applicationsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeamwork

Required

Nine or more years of experience in project administration, project management, accounting, business analytics, data analysis, budget analysis or administrative support or other relevant experience

A degree(s) in project management, business, accounting, finance, economics, engineering, construction management, math, science, computer science, information technology or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience

Driver's license

Preferred

Transmission Line and Substation capital construction project planning and support experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Project or Primavera P6

Experience with PeopleSoft Project Costing and data analysis

Advanced skill in MS Excel, including proficient use of VLOOKUP, sum-ifs, pivots, macros, charts, and graphs, etc

Advanced knowledge of project management methods and concepts, project scheduling principles, and budgeting and cost management; and in the department's use of project management tools and software, including but not limited to the development and ongoing maintenance of project schedules and cost loading

Knowledge of work management systems and methodologies

Skill in verbal and written communication; analyzing and solving problems; planning, scheduling, prioritizing, and coordinating work within assigned work area

Skill in using automated project management information systems and business information systems

Intermediate skill level in office productivity applications such as e-mail, word processing, etc

Skill in articulating technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences

Ability to work in a team environment; and to balance contending high priority work demands

Benefits

Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

Life and disability insurance

Wellness program including wellness incentive

Extensive learning & development programs

Company

LCRA

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LCRA provides utility services.

Founded in 1934

Austin, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.lcra.org/

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