**Job Summary** Supervise Cost Analysts in their execution of normal assigned project cost analysis duties. Oversee testing and compliance to assigned SOX controls. Lead monthly multi department reallocation exercises and provide status reporting as necessary. Provide capital variance reporting and explanations to company Executives each month and additionally as required. Supervise the processing of customer CIACs (Contribution in Aid of Construction) and tracking of reimbursable projects. **Essential Functions** + Increase proficiency in cost analysis and integrated cost and schedule forecasting using quantitative risk management tools and techniques (Expected Monetary Value and Sensitivity Analysis) to better predict project cost performance and enable timely corrective, preventive, and predictive action. + Develop qualitative integrated project baselines that are used to effectively measure project performance and provide the ability to take corrective / preventive / predictive action. Apply the cost of quality to cost management. + Applies integrated objective risk management to the project baselines to optimize project risk responses. + Orchestrates contract commercial management, facilitates contract payments, conduct contract performance assessment and reporting and initial contract performance analysis and contract commercial forecasting. Performs contract reviews relative to payment requirements and supporting documentation + Applies core project controls expertise. + Review and coordinate the management and utilization of project management guidelines, project management standards, processes, job aids, and tools. + Integrates all project management subsidiary systems to improve project performance. + Directs cost effort. + Tailors cost management processes. + Tailors / creates cost management tools / techniques to advance cost performance. + Provides continuous life cycle cost estimating / forecasting with increased predictability. + Manages the project budget and cost performance baseline. + Process labor timesheets, invoices, and other submittals associated with contract labor; code invoice details for Nature of Expenses, Work Breakdown Structure and Cost Budgeting System codes; Assist Project Managers and Cost Budget Analysts in the accrual process. + Evaluate manpower, labor hours, and labor cost requirements versus budget limitations, perform cost and schedule analysis, and make corrective/preventive recommendations. + Maintains / manages project Estimate at Completion and recommends areas of improvement to project stakeholders. + Works to implement cost predictive (opportunity) actions. + Perform standard and advanced project and special project cost reporting as anticipated for the project stakeholders; compiles and produces cost reports as needed. + Uses schedule analysis techniques to optimize schedule and cost performance; identifies corrective, preventive, and predictive project actions to enhance probability of achieving project objectives. + Apply integrated project management proficiency in core integration; scope, cost, and schedule + Optimize product life cycle costing competence. + Assist the project management team, Major Project managers, Director, and other relevant stakeholders in retrieving cost management information and reporting. + Applies integrated thinking to cost management that facilitates improved objective performance. + Utilize communication competence to drive effective project cost decision making. + The Team Lead Project Cost Analyst will manage in accordance with Industry standards, the NiSource Project Management Guidelines and Standards, and industry best practices. **Required Qualifications For Position** + High School Diploma + 7-9 years of experience working in Microsoft Excel, or equivalent software program, with responsibilities for data manipulation, integration and subsequent report generation. + 4-6 years financial / cost management experience + Experience developing/reviewing project estimates; building project budgets, reading, analyzing project schedules + Integrated knowledge base in project scope-schedule-cost, and risk-quality management + Integrated comprehension and application of project management subsidiary guidelines, standards, processes, and job aids + Integrated proficiency in risk and quality management tools and techniques. + Leads (situational leadership), inspires, motivates project stakeholders in concert with effective stakeholder management using cognitive ability, personal effectiveness, innovation, value based decision-making, integrated communication (soft and hard skills); conflict resolution, team work, team building + Manages project stakeholders using cognitive ability, personal effectiveness, innovation, value based decision-making, integrated communication (soft and hard skills); conflict resolution, and team work + DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire **Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position** + Bachelor's Degree + 4-6 years 4+ years of experience working in Microsoft Excel, or equivalent software program, with responsibilities for data manipulation, integration and subsequent report generation. + Experience in large industrial Capital Project environments. + Experience with invoice processing and contract documents. **Physical Demands** The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position. **Work Authorization** Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. **Inclusion & Diversity** Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment. **Equal Employment Opportunity** NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle. **By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.** **Safety Statement** Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits. **Salary Range:** $107,000.00 - $160,500.00 **Posting Start Date:** 2024-11-15 **Posting End Date (if applicable):** 2024-11-22 **Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.** At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers. We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.