Program Analyst Coordinator - Utilities

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THIS ROLE IS HYBRID WITHIN THE GREATER SF BAY AREA. OCCASIONAL ON-SITE SUPPORT AND LOCAL TRAVEL TO NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

Work Responsibilities

Project Cost Coordination

• Budget Management Work with Superintendents and supervisors to tracking project expenses, creating work orders, validating costs and execute cost transfers at regional level
• Financial Reporting Coordinate forecast updates with regional teams, support program analyst to report on financial status, and analyze variances between actual costs and the budget
• Cost Optimization Identify opportunities to reduce project costs and improve financial efficiency at the regional level
• Communication Communicate regional level financial information to program managers and other key stakeholders
• Record Keeping Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and documentation for each HQ and respective substations
  
  
  

Project Forecast Coordination

• Manage and coordinate the forecasting process with business operations, ensuring accuracy and alignment with key program stakeholders.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and identify areas for improvement
• Analyze data to identify patterns, trends, and key drivers of forecast change vs plan
  
  
  

Expense Tracking for Emergent / Corrective Projects

• Assist with managing, tracking and reporting of emergent corrective projects.
• Coordinate the intake of new corrective project expense requests.
• Facilitate the review and approval of these emergent corrective project expenses
• Monitor project expenses and ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints
• Liaise with key stakeholders to identify and confirm opportunities for cost capitalization. #epjobs #naepjobs
  
  
  

Here's what you'll need

Skills Required

• Organizational Skills Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain detailed records.
• Communication Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Skills Ability to identify and resolve issues, escalating when necessary.
• Time Management Skills Ability to meet deadlines and manage project timelines effectively.
• Teamwork & Collaboration Ability to work effectively with a team and collaborate with others.
• Knowledge of Project Management Methodologies Understanding of basic project management principles and methodologies.
• Relevant experience in project coordination or a related field
  
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 15, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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