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Project Analyst II (Hybrid)

Apply now Job No: 500059
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78744
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Project/Program Management, Hybrid

LCRA is looking for a Project Analyst to join the Transmission Project Management Office. You will be part of the team that leads with integrity to drive the successful execution of LCRA TSC's Capital project portfolio while efficiently managing LCRA's resources. The types of projects you will be supporting include various types of Transmission Lines and Substations. You will receive valuable technical on the job training, all while focusing on safety as one of our key values. If you are looking to begin or continue your career at a great company while also enhancing the lives of Texans, this is the job for you!

You will be trusted to:

-Provide support to project managers for project control functions such as developing project plans, monitoring and communicating project costs and accounting, preparing progress reports, coordinating contract documents and payments, and setting up and maintaining project documents. Works with the project manager to track progress, maintain and update project schedules.
- Provide support throughout the project lifecycle including initiation, planning, execution, control and closeout.
- Identify, research and document variances or discrepancies and monitor and communicate project status and information to project managers and work package managers.
- Resolve scheduling issues, resource conflicts and costs and accounting structures and escalate problems to the Project Manager as needed.
- Set up and maintain files in accordance with recordkeeping and records retention and documentation guidelines.
- Manage 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 on-going maintenance of project schedules including cost loading and managing project schedules to the program dates. Trains others on the use of these systems.
- Support the team to ensure adequate quality control measures are in place to support project goals.
- Review and analyze the business case with the project manager and team members. Work with the project stakeholders to capture and document the business requirements and desired end-state for the project.
- Communicate with project managers and stakeholders, to ensure accurate and timely dissemination of information.
- Promote collaboration, effective decision-making and the development of solutions and capture and share lessons learned.
- Research and recommend new project controls methodologies to improve project management processes and utilize knowledge of best practices and experience to solve problems.
- 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, stakeholders and management.
- Represent Project Management Office positively and with professionalism.
- Travel independently or with a small team to project sites as needed.

You qualify with:

- Six or more years of experience in project controls, 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.

You are a great fit with:

- P6 and PeopleSoft Experience.

You gain:

- 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

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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