Field Project Controls Analyst - Various Project Locations

WHC Energy Services; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services company in The Woodlands, Texas, is seeking an on-site Field Project Controls Analyst. This role involves tracking, reporting, and managing project data to ensure timely delivery. The ideal candidate will collaborate with field engineers and project managers to perform daily progress verification and data analysis. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and have 6+ years of experience in project controls. The position is field-based, requiring travel and the ability to work in remote job conditions, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in field project controls, scheduling, or construction management.
• Some proficiency in project scheduling & cost tracking software (Primavera P6 preferred).
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily site walk-downs to verify reported progress aligns with completed work.
• Gather field progress quantities to confirm reporting accuracy.
• Analyze performance factors and support project decision-making.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

WHC LLC (A Surerus Murphy Company) (WHC), is seeking an on-site Field Project Controls Analyst to join our team. This field-based role requires a proactive individual to track, report, and manage project data to ensure accurate and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will work directly in the field, collaborating closely with superintendents, field engineers, and project managers, performing daily progress verification, and providing comprehensive data analysis to support project decision-making.

WHC is a trusted provider of construction and facility solutions across the energy sector. We deliver quality-driven projects with a focus on safety, innovation, and client satisfaction. Our team thrives on collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Progress Tracking & Verification

• Perform daily site walk-downs to verify that reported progress aligns with completed work.
• Gather field progress quantities from various sources and collaborate with the Project Manager and other field staff to confirm reporting accuracy.
• Input timesheet hours and field data into the progress tracking system.
• Engage with the project scheduler to align schedule updates with task durations and expected productions.
• Identify any deviations or unfavorable trends and elevate issues through proper channels as needed.

Timesheet & Cost Code Management

• Review and validate timesheets for cost coding accuracy.
• Coordinate discrepancies with the site Superintendent/manager and Office Manager.
• Promote alignment between labor hours, equipment usage, and reported progress.

Data Review, Reporting & Analytics

• Review field crew productivity and equipment utilization to support reporting accuracy.
• Analyze performance factors, unit rates, daily quantity targets, headcounts, and labor and equipment cost expenditures to aid the project team with informed decision-making capabilities.
• Update and distribute daily production reports with key performance metrics to relevant stakeholders.
• Support weekly cost and progress reviews, ensuring alignment with forecasts and budgets.
• Participate in site internal and customer daily/weekly meetings.
• Initiate progress billing report and work with the Project Manager and Project Controls Manager to validate for further internal processing.
• Change Management
• Assist the project manager in verifying additional unit price, time, and materials, and change order scope.
• Review added scope estimates, assist in any delay impact analysis, and provide recommendations for mitigation.
• Know and proactively enforce the contract. Support the project team in understanding and applying contractual rights and obligations, particularly in terms of scope changes, delays, and compensation. Ensure change management procedures are followed and documented in alignment with contract terms.

Equipment, Materials, & Subcontractor Coordination

• Support the purchase order system workflow. Verify cost coding, categorization, and alignment with the project budget.
• Confirm and upload all daily subcontractor tickets and progress reports.
• Review equipment and materials logs and relay to the Project Manager any peculiarities that may impact the forecast.
• Analyze subcontractor progress and productivity and compare performance to the agreed subcontract and overall project construction schedule.
• Support the project manager in updating the internal subcontractor log.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support project objectives.
• Coordinate with the Subcontracts group as needed. Act as a liaison between the project team and Subcontracts group to help resolve issues, clarify subcontract scope or terms, and ensure alignment on contract administration and field execution.

Note: In addition to these duties, personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required to support the company's objectives.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent field experience).
• Experience: Minimum of 6+ years of experience in field project controls, scheduling, or construction management.
• Some proficiency in project scheduling & cost tracking software (Primavera P6 preferred).
• Experience with large-scale construction, ideally in pipeline, civil, facilities, or solar projects.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, cost tracking, and reporting.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Ability to interpret alignment sheets, construction drawings, and progress maps.
• Understanding of cost control, budgeting, and forecasting methods.
• Must be comfortable working in remote job site conditions with field crews.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is field based and often works within remote project locations. Travel and/or living in temporary accommodation is required. Able to work 6 days on, 1 day off shift with 10-hour shifts for the duration of project. The position requires daily on-site verification, working closely with field crews, superintendents, and project managers to ensure accurate tracking of progress and costs. Candidates must be comfortable working in varied weather conditions, rugged terrain, and active construction environments while adhering to strict safety and compliance protocols.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Field Project Controls Analyst reports to the Sector Project Controls Manager.

EEO Statement

WHC Energy Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.