Provide predictive/preventative forecasting to anticipate variances and risks; quantify impacts of realized risks and recommend mitigations.
Support PMs through stage-gate governance, development-to-execution handovers, and monthly/quarterly performance reviews.
Conduct forensic cost analyses and variance investigations; prepare auditable documentation consistent with company and SOX standards.
Partner with project teams, engineering, supply chain, finance, and IT to resolve data/system issues, improve data quality, and drive adoption of standard processes.
Lead and perform quality control checks on datasets, calculations, and reports to ensure accuracy, rationale, and traceability; document analyses using consistent methodology and nomenclature.
Monitor market conditions, long-lead procurement, and contractor performance; identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the portfolio.
Develop scenario models to evaluate options and trade-offs; communicate findings with clarity and visual impact for decision-making.
Maintain and enhance reporting solutions in Excel and Power BI; support Access databases where applicable; contribute to Power Platform automation (e.g., Power Query/Power Automate).
Promote a safety-first culture and adherence to compliance requirements in all analyses and interactions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education required of the position
Bachelor’s degree in a technical, engineering, finance/accounting, economics, statistics, or business-related field; or equivalent work experience.
Minimum experience required of the position
Analyst I: 0–2 years of professional experience.
Analyst II: 2–4 years of professional experience.
Analyst III: 4–6 years of professional experience.
Analyst Sr: 6+ years of professional experience.
Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position
Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI; strong data modeling and visualization skills; familiarity with PowerPoint for executive presentations.
Experience with cost/forecasting tools; understanding of procurement and contract accrual processes.
Working knowledge of project scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6 or MS Project) and integration with cost and resource plans.
Consistent documentation, records management discipline, and quality control methodology.
An understanding of power generation and capital project lifecycles, commissioning, and commercial practices.
Collaboration and relationship-building skills; ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
Financial and risk management awareness, including variance analysis and earned value concepts.
Commitment to safe work practices and compliance.
Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position
Python, SQL, DAX, Power Query; experience with Power Automate and SharePoint data sources.
Experience with ERP/analytics platforms (e.g., SAP/Oracle)
Experience building and maintaining Access databases and integrating with Power BI.
Experience with Monte Carlo risk analysis, scenario modeling, and earned value management (EVM).
Familiarity with data governance, master data management, and BI/ETL best practices.
Experience with cost control, procurement analytics, and contractor performance monitoring in EPC environments.
Any certificates, licenses, etc., required for the position
None required. Preferred: PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP, Six Sigma Green Belt, and/or Primavera P6 certification. A valid driver’s license may be required for occasional site visits.
- Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Texas : The Woodlands || Arkansas : Little Rock || Louisiana : New Orleans || Mississippi : Jackson
- Job Function: Corporate
- FLSA Status: Professional
- Relocation Option: Level II
- Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
- Number of Openings: 1
- Req ID: 124336
- PS Job Title: Analyst I-Sr
- Travel Percentage:Up to 25%
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Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
