Senior Project Controls Analyst

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Pacific Gas And Electric Company
Provides electricity and natural gas to millions in Northern and Central California.
Lead project schedule and cost control for electric transmission/substation projects.
29 days ago ago
$10,303 - $12,885
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Fresno, CA
Hybrid
Company Size
24,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Services
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Utility Infrastructure
Power Generation
Electric Transmission
Electric Distribution
Gas Transmission
Sector Specialisms
Electric Utility
Natural Gas
Residential
Commercial
Infrastructure
Energy
Safety
Reliability
Role
What you would be doing
cost forecasting
schedule management
primavera p6
financial reporting
change orders
risk monitoring
  • Manage orders from inception through completion and all required documentation is entered in current software system
  • Use the cost and schedule plan to determine if project objectives are achievable. Create, maintain, and update monthly forecast budgets. Prepare various cost reports and maintain forecast accuracy.
  • Monitor financial progress and maintain Project Manager’s order group.
  • Interface with design and planning resources and software systems.
  • Review and assist in the preparation of Advance Authorizations, Job Estimates and Re-Authorizations and assist PM in routing for approval.
  • Assess and report on project performance using established industry standards.
  • Lead the project team to develop project plans, participate in project status meetings, collect progress data and revise project plan as needed.
  • Document, monitor and communicate project milestones and risks with appropriate stakeholders.
  • Provide regular communication on project costand risk status to project team members, stakeholders and public.
  • Resolve all open items, ensure compliance requirements are met and settlement rules are entered, and close out order.
  • Verify that project cost and schedule milestones were/were not attained and provide input to identify future process or business improvements and work with responsible parties to implement.
  • Analyze schedule start, completion, and duration variances utilizing the baseline schedule as the approved plan. Identify schedule variance and provide Project Manager with recommendations for corrective actions
  • Provide Project Team members with current status report containing schedule and cost information. Comply with Utility Operations Policies, Standards and Guidelines.
  • Maintain scope change, contingency release, change order, and journal entry logs.
  • Ensure that responses to project budget, and GRC or FERC cost requests reflect accurate and current project cost information and stakeholders are in concurrence.
  • Prepare project performance analysis, cost, and schedule status reports. Identify cost and schedule variances from objectives and recommend corrective action.
  • Work in collaboration with the Project Manager and project team to develop, maintain and control project schedules in Primavera P6.
  • Use the schedule plan as the basis for developing, maintaining and controlling the cost plan. Manage project forecast by collecting, coordinating, monitoring and tracking project forecasts from project players, vendors and contractors to ensure that expenditures are within the agreed-upon costs.
  • Ensure that responses to budget and cost requests reflect correct project cost information and stakeholders are in concurrence.
  • Prepare journal entries and coordinate or process goods receipts in current software system.
  • Maintain written and electronic project documentation and records for required aspects of the project: Maintain project files in accordance with established guidelines and requirements (Ex: utilizing the electronic document management system).
  • Input data into various programs and prepare various cost and forecasting reports.
  • Attend, actively participate and at times assist in leading the project and job kick-off and walk down meetings.
  • Provide Project Manager with monthly report of project costs and/or schedule information including variance analysis according to an agreed upon level of detail and prioritization.
  • Document change order requests, project status, key issues, risks and resolution, priority changes and approvals.
  • Assist PM with Post Job Critique.
What you bring
capm
pmp
primavera
sap
excel
bachelor's
  • Project Management, Project Controls, or Construction Management experience
  • Mathematical skills
  • Experience with SAP Work Management, Controlling Orders, Planning Orders, BW and Analysis for Office
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
  • Knowledge of Unifier, ProjectWise, and/or HeavyBid
  • Accounting/budgeting knowledge
  • Risk Management and Earned Value Analysis experience
  • On site construction experience
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or its equivalent in education and experience
  • Willing to travel 25% of the time
  • Proficiency in Excel and Primavera P6
  • Forecasting skills
  • 5 years as a Project Controls Analyst; or, 7 years of PG&E experience in electric or gas transmission and/or, distribution business operations area, business planning, accounting, finance, construction management and/or project management; or 8 years of related experience outside of PG&E
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1905
Year Founded
The company was established in 1905, marking its long-standing presence in the energy sector.
16M
People Served
The company provides energy services to over 16 million individuals across Northern and Central California.
  • Focus on delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and natural gas to a diverse customer base.
  • Operations span from energy generation, transmission, and distribution to customer service and renewable energy solutions.
  • Heavily involved in the development of green energy sources, including solar and wind power.
  • Maintains a key role in maintaining the region’s energy grid and supporting sustainable growth.
  • Pioneered energy efficiency programs to help reduce consumption and minimize costs for customers.
  • Recognized for innovation in grid modernization and integration of clean energy into California’s power mix.
  • Faced challenges, including natural disasters like wildfires, which have shaped its operations and future strategies.
  • Remains a cornerstone of California's energy sector, continuously working to improve and modernize the grid.
Culture + Values
  • Safety is prioritized above all.
  • Accountability is expected of everyone.
  • Integrity, transparency, and humility guide actions.
  • Customer service is a primary focus.
  • Change, innovation, and continuous improvement are embraced.
  • Diversity and inclusion are valued.
  • Communication involves speaking up, listening, and following through.
  • Success is achieved through collaboration and partnership.
  • Teamwork and unity are emphasized.
Environment + Sustainability
100% GHG-Free
Electricity Supply
Delivering entirely greenhouse gas-free electricity in 2023.
3M EVs
Electric Vehicle Fueling
Aim to fuel 3 million electric vehicles annually by 2030.
58M CO2
CO2 Reduction Target
Expected reduction in CO2 emissions from electric vehicle use by 2030.
2,100 MW
Battery Storage
Total battery storage deployed as of April 2024.
  • Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
  • Aiming for a 70% renewable energy power mix by 2030.
  • Planning to blend 15% renewable natural gas in pipelines by 2030.
  • Targeting 48 million metric tons of lifecycle emissions reductions via efficiency and electrification by 2030.
  • Committed to becoming climate-positive by 2050.
Inclusion & Diversity
18-year streak
Corporate Equality Index
Consistently achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for 18 consecutive years.
Nine-year 100%
Disability Equality Index
Maintained a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index for nine consecutive years.
26% women
Workforce composition
Approximately 26% of the workforce are women among ~28,000 employees.
50% minorities
Diverse workforce
Over half of the workforce identifies as a minority.
  • Middle management: 34% women; senior management: 42% women; executive officers: 50% women.
  • Employee resource groups: 11 groups supporting diverse communities including Women, LGBTQ+, veterans, disabilities.
  • Annual DEI awards and partnerships with Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Out & Equal.
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