Performance Management Analyst

AECOM

  • Sacramento, CA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 11 hours ago
  • Apply easily
Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Performance Management Analyst for one of our offices in Sacramento, CA.JOB SUMMARY:This position sits within the Program Performance and Risk Management Branch. This role provides analytical support to project controls group for effective program delivery, on-time performance and robust risk management. The analyst works in partnership with the leads of Cost, Schedule, and Risk Units to effectively collate, monitor, and report performance against the baseline and help keep overall performance on track. They are responsible for developing, maintaining, and reviewing project controls data including budget, cash and cost forecasts, program schedules and risk information and providing accurate, timely reporting of the program’s performance with variance analysis.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for the aggregation and analysis of program cost data to the Authority’s approved budget by WBS.
  • Perform cost sensitivity analysis of critical path tasks providing optimized build sequence for the program in near real-time.
  • Perform scenario analysis for different and evolving ridership revenue models.
  • Build business cases for competing operational and execution strategies using different valuation models.
  • Extract, clean and analyze large financial data-sets sourced from different applications checking them for consistency and correct application of agreed assumptions. Prepare management presentations with data visualization.
  • Use Excel automation tools to develop templates for visual dashboards that can be updated with actual data on a daily and weekly basis.
  • Lead adoption of Microsoft Co-Pilot and other AI tools to make project reporting easier, faster and more efficient.
  • Work with vendors AI based survey results to identify variances between actual & planned progress and develop innovative tools for assisting with operational improvements.
  • Monitor risk profiles of ongoing contracts and identify risk triggers & risk drivers based on monthly actuals data.
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments across active contracts and upcoming procurements.
  • Support Authority Grant applications and Program reporting requirements.
  • Compare and analyze trends and risks against the original cost estimates and approved budgets. Identify opportunities to bring cost trends to prompt mitigations in line with estimates and budgets.
  • Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across the Project Controls Office, including Change Management, Performance Management, Scheduling and Cost estimation teams. Actively provide analytical support on cross-functional teams, in funding & cost estimate workshops, and in procurement planning sessions
QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • MBA or Bachelors in Economics
  • Certifications in machine learning or building use-cases for application of AI in business analytics
  • Certifications in financial analytics
  • Work experience in FP&A at a large multi-billion dollar corporation
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-functional coordination.
Additional Information
  • Travel may be required
  • Sponsorship is provided
About AECOMAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.What makes AECOM a great place to workYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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