Project Controls Analyst (GBA)

Project Controls Analyst

TD Thornton is a premier consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. We have a strong on-boarding and training program which sets our people up for success. All are welcome to apply especially those with engineering, construction management, business analytics, scheduling and project management backgrounds as well as anyone who truly enjoys teamwork.

Job Overview

Sector : Electric Utilities

Seniority : Mid - Senior

Location : Bay Area / Hybrid

As the project controls analyst, you will be responsible for controlling the scope, cost and schedule for a portfolio of large construction projects. Under general direction, you will exercise your judgment and be responsible for all aspects of project governance. Projects typically have a multi-year duration, and some may be high profile. The position requires skills in managing cross-functional, multi-location project teams using cutting edge project management methodologies.

Your Day-to-Day Activities :

Plan and Organize

Input financial forecast data and provide analysis using software like SAP and Primavera P6

Create and maintain project schedules define activities, work breakdown structures, predecessors, successors, resources, and baselines

Support project manager in preparation of business cases, contingency releases, and management of project budgets within established project governance rules

Develop, monitor, and update cash flow projections

Analyze

Analyze and report on variances for project cost and schedule

Create and maintain Excel-like spreadsheets for reporting and analysis

Measure the progress of activities and milestones in project schedules

Execute

Assist with the execution and administration of contracts, process change orders, and validate and perform accruals

Support meetings or calls with project team members and stakeholders

Support project manager in holding team members accountable to action items

Communicate

Prepare and present timely updates to project manager and analyst supervisor

Keep all stakeholders informed of project developments through meeting minutes, action logs, and status reports

Manage Risk

Support the project team in identifying, resolving, and tracking risks

Escalate risks and issues to find ways to keep projects on schedule and on budget

You'll be prepared for this job if you have

A Bachelor's degree

Three plus years of work experience

Experience with project scheduling and financial analysis

Good verbal and written communication skills

You'll stand out if you have

Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project

Experience with SAP, NetSuite, or Sage

Experience with Unifier or Project Wise project management software

Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification

A fondness for taking ownership and a willingness to lead

A strong commitment to quality and attention to detail

A passion for training

Compensation & Benefits

• A Competitive Base Salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA's)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Annual Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Account

About TD Thornton

Since 2005, TD Thornton has been helping our clients bridge organizational gaps by providing best-in-class consulting services and staff augmentation. Whether we are part of the contractor's team or serving as an owner's representative, we offer a wide spectrum of construction management support services to help our clients mitigate risks and deliver successful project outcomes. We believe our diversity is part of our strength and are proud to be a womanowned and minority-owned company.