Project Controls Analyst

Job Title: Project Controls Analyst

Job Description

The Project Controls Analyst plays a key role in supporting construction projects by tracking, analyzing, and reporting project financial data. This position focuses on monitoring cost trends, profitability, and overall project performance, while communicating risks, opportunities, and areas of concern to Project Management and other stakeholders. The analyst acts as a liaison between Accounting/Billing and operational teams to ensure financial and operational data is accurately captured, thoroughly analyzed, and clearly communicated to support informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between Accounting and Operations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data used for reporting and operational accounting.
• Collaborate with Project Management and project teams to maintain baseline schedule and budget details, including estimates and work breakdown structures (WBS).
• Provide consultation on the entry and setup of project details, including financial summaries, in the ERP system upon receipt of work authorization.
• Own and maintain the integrity of project setup data within the ERP system, including contract values, project dates, labor and equipment classifications, and their linkage to approved billing structures and WBS-to-budget details.
• Work closely with Accounting and Operations to maintain contract details that support accurate and timely billing execution within the ERP system.
• Administer change management controls by ensuring approved change orders are accurately tracked and incorporated into project budgets, cost structures, and the ERP system.
• Participate in project conference calls, as needed, to validate that project billing, schedules, and forecasts align with current project conditions.
• Review, report, and reconcile professional services time against project totals to support closeout and usage tracking.
• Analyze and report on project financial data to identify trends, risks, and areas of concern, and provide recommended solutions to Project Management and relevant stakeholders.
• Execute, maintain, and submit customer billing projections and verify their alignment with the project schedule.
• Review and report values of work performed to the billing department to support accurate and timely invoicing.
• Prepare monthly reporting of key performance indicators for submission to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Complete project reconciliations and provide required information to the billing department to ensure accurate final accounts receivable and timely release of retainage.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of contractual terms and obligations across assigned client portfolios.
• Support project controls for EPC, extra high voltage, and western region buildout portfolios, ensuring consistent application of cost control and performance monitoring practices.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of related field experience in project controls, construction financial analysis, or a closely related discipline; candidates with 10 or more years of relevant project controls or construction financial experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze budgets, costs, forecasts, and financial data to support accurate reporting and informed decision-making.
• Experience with earned value methodology, with the ability to apply earned value concepts to cost control and project performance measurement.
• Working knowledge of PMI standards and project management methodologies, particularly as they relate to cost control, scheduling, and project performance management.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office, including Excel (data analysis, formulas, pivot tables), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate complex data and analysis in a clear, actionable manner to support stakeholder decision-making.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills for effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships across accounting, operations, and project management functions.
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize day-to-day activities, and manage multiple priorities while delivering results within fixed timeframes.
• High levels of discretion and judgment in handling both interpersonal and business matters.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience in the construction or utility industry is highly valued, including exposure to EPC projects and extra high voltage portfolios.
• Backgrounds in construction (general contractor), accounting, or finance analysis are considered relevant and beneficial.
• Experience working with ERP software such as Vista or similar systems for project setup, billing, and financial tracking.
• Working knowledge of Smartsheet for project tracking and collaboration.
• Experience using Power BI for data visualization and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project for schedule management and integration with cost control processes.
• Working knowledge of Adobe tools for document preparation and reporting.
• Understanding of project controls principles, including cost control, earned value, and performance metrics in utility or construction environments.
• Ability to support portfolios in the EPC, extra high voltage, and western region buildout space.
• Competitive bonus potential and performance-based incentives are available, making this role attractive for professionals seeking impact and recognition.

Work Environment

This position is based in an in-office environment, working closely with accounting, operations, and project management teams in a collaborative setting. The role involves frequent use of ERP systems, MS Office applications, Smartsheet, Power BI, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Adobe tools to manage project financials, schedules, and reporting. Work typically follows standard business hours, with the need to meet fixed deadlines for billing, reporting, and project milestones. The environment supports professional attire appropriate for an office setting and emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and proactive communication across multiple projects and portfolios.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Granville, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Granville,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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