Analyst (contract)

Project Controls AnalystWe are seeking a detail‑oriented Project Controls Analyst to support the planning, execution, reporting, and financial management of large‑scale capital and strategic projects. This role is responsible for developing and analyzing project cost reports, maintaining project schedules, supporting project lifecycle execution, and ensuring accurate integration between scheduling, financial, and asset management systems.Position SummaryThe ideal candidate will partner closely with Project Managers and cross‑functional business teams to support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, scheduling, and project controls activities. This individual will also serve as a subject‑matter expert for project controls tools, processes, and reporting standards while providing training and mentorship to project stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, maintain, and analyze project cost analysis reports, forecasts, schedules, and performance metrics for strategic capital projectsPartner with Project Managers to assemble project budgets, forecasts, and integrated project reportingSupport initial and ongoing project setup within work and asset management systemsAssist in the development and maintenance of financial and schedule Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)Support schedule development including resource loading, resource profiling, baseline management, and critical path identificationMonitor and report project progress against approved project baselinesPrepare and maintain project Cost Analysis Reports and related project controls documentationSupport project lifecycle execution activities including planning, execution, monitoring, and reportingFacilitate integration between scheduling tools, financial systems, and project reporting applicationsMaintain advanced proficiency in enterprise work and asset management systems and project scheduling softwareDevelop and monitor project performance indicators and reporting metrics for stakeholders ranging from project teams to executive leadershipCollaborate with finance, accounting, tax, regulatory, and project management teams to support capital project financial integration and reportingSupport compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) controls and project financial governance requirementsProvide project controls training, mentorship, and system support for internal and external stakeholdersAssist department leadership with short‑ and long‑term workload planning and resource forecastingMinimum Qualifications3+ years of experience in project controls, project scheduling, cost analysis, financial reporting, or project management supportExperience supporting capital projects or large‑scale project environmentsStrong understanding of project controls principles including scheduling, forecasting, budgeting, cost tracking, and reportingExperience with project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar applicationsExperience working with financial systems, work management systems, or enterprise asset management platformsStrong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skillsAbility to interpret project financial and scheduling data to provide actionable reporting insightsStrong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple stakeholder groupsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting toolsBachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting utility, energy, engineering, construction, or infrastructure projectsKnowledge of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), earned value concepts, and project performance metricsFamiliarity with Work and Asset Management Systems and enterprise financial reporting toolsUnderstanding of Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) controls and capital project financial compliance requirementsExperience integrating project schedules with financial and reporting systemsExperience providing user training, mentoring, or project controls supportProfessional certifications such as PMP, PSP, EVP, or related project controls credentialsAdditional InformationThis role works closely with Project Managers, Finance, Accounting, Regulatory, and Project Controls teams to support the successful execution of strategic capital projects. The Project Controls Analyst plays a key role in improving project visibility, reporting accuracy, schedule performance, financial integration, and enterprise project management consistency across the organization.Pay Rate Range32 - 43 USD hourly#J-18808-Ljbffr