Join the diverse and dynamic team that powers Michigan's largest energy provider and one of the nation's largest gas and electric combination utilities. Consumers Energy services 6.8 million of Michigan's 10 million residents - caring for our friends and neighbors in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We embrace a cleaner and leaner utility vision focused on eliminating energy waste and adding renewable energy from sources such as wind and solar.

　　Location:

　　This position may be assigned to any ConsumersEnergyService Centers location throughoutMichigan's lower peninsula. Candidate must be located within commutable distance of a Consumers Energy Service Center OR willing to relocate (relocation package available to those who qualify).

　　We are looking for:Senior Cost Engineer

　　Senior Cost Engineers lead the designing and development of systems of control to support an integrated approach to the management of a project/program. Senior Cost Engineers provide a high level of project expertise that make them a key input to project/program decision making. Large understanding of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within area of responsibility. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. This position will be supporting projects within Electric Distribution.

　　The knowledge and skills involved with this position include but are not limited to:

　　Firm understanding of Project SchedulesAbility to develop integrated cost/schedule EVM systems in collaboration with internal and external stakeholdersFirm understanding of contract language and contract typesFirm understanding of Project Management principles (Risk, Change, Contracting, Cost, Schedule, Scope, and Integration)Capable of applying problem solving principles to resolve issues and remove barriers to workMicrosoft Office SuiteWritten/Verbal communication skillsHighly organized and capable of handling large amounts of data

　　We encourage you to apply if you have:

　　Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Engineering or Construction Management with four (4) or more years of experience working in a Cost Controls position directly related to the management of project/program costs[OR]Associate's degree in Accounting, Engineering or Construction Management with eight (8) or more years of experience working in a Cost Controls position directly related to the management of project/program costs[OR]HS Diploma with twelve (12)or more years of experience working in a Cost Controls position directly related to the management of project/program costsPMI or AACE Certification required at time of hire OR must be obtained within three (3) years of hire date

　　In this role, you will:

　　Collection and analysis of complex cost data in order to produce annual and overall project/program forecastsLead the coordination with the Project Team, Internal and External Stakeholders as needed to support the projectAssembling, evaluating, and communicating highly advanced booking data on a monthly basisEffectively communicate monthly, annual, and overall project/program variance explanationsSupports the Long-Term Financial Planning and complex Rate Case processes, as requiredSupport the corporate Change Log Request processLead project/program adherence to EPM Project Lifecycle Processes that impact Cost ControlsComplex Data Entry/Tracking/ReportingLeads the objective systems to monitor and control project/program costs through the full project life cycleSupports the project/program formal risk and change management processes, and utilizes complex data in forecast developmentOther non-essential duties as assigned or may be necessary

　　Why should you join our team?At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability,