Project Controller

Hitachi Energy · Panama City

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About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description:

Accountabilities:

Project level responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• In conjunction with Project Team, develop the Work Breakdown Structure and Budgets for the project
• Work with Work Package Leaders (WPL) to develop accurate cost to complete estimates and percent complete evaluations
• Track, monitor and report planned budgets/forecast vs. actual spend using project controlling tools (SAP, PCS and Primavera). Provide variance explanations and possible recovery plan actions
• Work with Project Planner to review latest schedule and quarterly report the Earned Value
• Monthly reporting of project results
• Assist with the preparation, processing and tracking of contract Change Orders
• Work with the project manager to assist with the preparation and tracking of potential claims for additional work
• Track internal and external invoicing and reconciliation of cash receipts and retention.
• Understand and report on the cash flow position of the project
• Work with global controllers for Intracompany projects
• Track subcontractor invoicing, payments and reconciliations
• Review and approve Purchase Order Requisitions in alignment with budget and track P.O.s in PCS
• Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budget and reporting of the key performance indicators for the project
• Monitor the financial “health” of the project and raise the “red flag” when a negative impact or condition arises 

Required skills/experience:

A minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in a Project Controller or a Cost Controller role. Experience working on Construction Projects is a plus.

You should be experienced managing the costs of various, concurrent projects.

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics or related subject

Languages:

Spanish, English Proficiency

Benefits 
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities. 
 
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Join us at www.hitachirail.com/careers 
 
It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 
 

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If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com.   Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.

In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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