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KBR Sr. Specialist, Cost Control in Virginia, Minnesota
Title:
Sr. Specialist, Cost Control
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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
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.
Inclusion and Diversity at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient.