Project Controls Analyst

Overview

A leading provider of project and construction management and engineering services for electric, gas, telecom, and water utility clients is seeking a Project Controls Analyst. This role supports financial oversight and cost management on water utility infrastructure programs based in Camden, NJ. The position is remote and involves analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights to improve operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and consolidating budget templates using historical data, organizational changes, and business drivers
• Monitor project budgets against approved Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) allocations; identify and report variances with root cause analysis
• Maintain cost control logs, change order registers, and contingency tracking sheets
• Process and validate contractor pay applications, purchase orders, and invoice packages for technical accuracy
• Support development of project cost forecasts, including estimate at completion (EAC) and estimate to complete (ETC) projections
• Prepare and format project status reports, dashboards, and presentations for various audiences
• Build and maintain project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Track progress against baseline schedules and identify schedule slippage
• Update critical path analysis and flag schedule risks
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers to obtain accurate progress updates
• Calculate and track metrics such as Cost Performance Index (CPI), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), Cost Variance (CV), and Schedule Variance (SV)
• Produce earned value reports for management and clients
• Prepare regular status reports, dashboards, and executive summaries
• Analyze trends and variances, explaining underlying causes
• Support risk registers and risk/contingency analysis
• Maintain change management logs for scope, schedule, and cost changes
• Perform resource loading and labor hour forecasting
• Support cash flow projections
• Assist with "what-if" scenarios for schedule or budget changes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related field
• 15 years of experience in project controls, financial analysis, or related fields; experience in water/wastewater utility, municipal infrastructure, or public sector strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of project cost control principles including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and change management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel—including pivot tables, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring reporting deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial data to nonfinancial stakeholders
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Trimble Unity Construct-based project management systems
• Exposure to water utility rate structures, CIP program delivery, or state revolving fund (SRF) compliance requirements
• Experience supporting grant-funded infrastructure programs such as WIFIA, ARPAW, or EPA SRF
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and software such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Asana

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Location

Remote position supporting water utility infrastructure programs in Camden, NJ