Project Controls Analyst

Description

• Preparation, processing, and tracking of change orders to ensure cost report budgets are current
• Communicating with internal and external project stakeholders and Interpreting project cost data at multiple levels of the organization.
• Performing/Reporting monthly cash and billing forecasts
• Update schedules for accurate progress measurement and remaining duration either directly or with earned value tracking system data.
• Support/Produce Client Invoicing per the contract
• Facilitate/Lead risk workshops, Management of Risk Register, identifying potential project risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors, subcontractors, and other external parties to secure the necessary periodic reporting data for cost status and forecasting.
• Coordinate with project managers and other team members to ensure accurate and timely reporting of project status and performance metrics.
• Perform reconciliation of budget vs. actual variances and identification of drivers.
• Interface directly in CPM schedule software to extract data and perform routine updating/progressing of tasks.
• Manages Financial aspects at the program level
• Perform Analysis and Forecasting of key cost categories by cost code
• Independently perform the transformation of project estimating budget data into the cost breakdown structure and initiation of cost reporting tools/reports
• Perform monthly accrual of project costs and revenue for accrual method accounting and forecast development
• Input and document scope change activities into the schedule
• Perform periodic project job site audits, surveillances, etc. as required.
• Development and Presentation of Cost Status and Forecast Reports to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide Professional recommendation and/or implementation of corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain project documentation and records, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Use of Earned value data, CPM schedule data, and Risk/contingency data in statusing and forecasting of project cost

Requirements

• Familiarity with government contract reporting and FAR standards.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Must have a minimum of 6-10 years of relevant experience
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• Understanding of various contract structures Fixed Price, Unit Price, Cost Reimbursable and the implications that these structures have on project cost and revenue.
• Will perform tasks primarily associated with Cost Management and Control. Includes familiarity with and use of data produced by CPM Scheduling, Risk Management, and Earned Value Management. Will be familiar with basic data structure concepts and reporting/graphical visualization tools.
• AACE and/or PMI Certification
• Perform tasks primarily associated with Cost Management and Control. Includes familiarity with and use of Perform Daily Weekly/Monthly Statusing of Project Cost Reports as required by contract
• Understanding of the fundamental concepts of accrual basis and double entry accounting.
• Understands the basic grammar/concepts of multiple professional disciplines and can work across discipline siloed teams to solve complex interrelated problems.
• Familiarity with Power BI Data and extraction of datasets
• Proficient working in JD Edwards or other ERP Systems
• Demonstrated ability to Use technical concepts and industry standard project management tools and techniques to effectively coordinate project control activities and functions to creatively and effectively solve complex problems and identify correlated data to inform decision making.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work across discipline teams to assimilate project data from various sources
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with Davis Bacon/Service Contract act and prevailing wages
• Bachelors Degree preferred in Construction Management, Business or Industrial Engineering

Benefits

• Life insurance
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Investment into your personal and professional development
• 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
• APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features (makeityoursource.com)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance