Project Controls Analyst

The role

The Project Controls Analyst supports large-scale utility capital programs by providing cost control, forecasting, and reporting. This role supports multiple Project Managers to ensure financial, schedule, and project data remain accurate and integrated.

What you will do

• Support 5–6 Project Managers concurrently across projects in various phases of design and construction.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal and external cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts.
• Provide accurate and timely updates to cost reports and project forecasts.
• Perform quality checks and inspections on all project controls deliverables.
• Compare project schedules to financial data to ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Integrate schedule data and other project data sources in Excel using formulas, pivot tables, macros, and related tools.
• Analyze project controls reports, present findings, and provide recommendations to project controls leadership.
• Track budgets against Purchase Orders and Subcontracts.
• Review upstream and downstream change orders for accuracy and alignment.
• Manage and integrate data across multiple programs.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in project controls, cost controls, project finance, or related roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and make sound, timely decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.

Nice to have

• Advanced Excel capabilities
• Experience with SAP

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Full benefits
• 401(k) match

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.

About the company

CARIAN is a purpose-driven, woman-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power sector. They partner with leading electric and gas utilities to provide strategic advisory and disciplined execution.