Junior Project Controls Analyst

ITA International; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Voluntary benefits

401k retirement plan

Job summary

ITA International, headquartered in Newport News, VA, seeks a Junior Project Controls Analyst for our HQ location. You will work with Program Managers, Finance, and Contracts to oversee budgets, costs, and performance reporting on government programs.

The role involves cost tracking, cost reporting, forecasting, and using Costpoint. It requires a 1–3 year background in project controls and a BA/BS in a related field. On-site in Newport News with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in project controls/finance/government programs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, basic analysis).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, budgeting, estimates at completion, and financial performance monitoring.
• Track project costs, labor utilization, funding, and expenditures vs. budgets.
• Prepare recurring financial reports, cost analyses, and performance metrics.
• Monitor burn rates and identify cost or schedule variances.
• Assist revenue forecasting and monthly projections.

Skills

Bachelor's degree required

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

At ITA International, we’re a tech-enabled professional services company. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we leverage subject matter expertise, data analytics and technology to challenge boundaries and transform possibilities.

With a global presence and a passionate team of over 200 ITAers, we’re driven by mission success for our customers, “In The Arena.” Our expertise spans Operations, Training, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Statistics, Machine Learning and Software Engineering – enabling data and tech-enabled solutions that deliver real value.

Join our impactful journey at ITA International. As Theodore Roosevelt said, “The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena.” We’re here, standing beside our customers, ready to serve and succeed.

ITA is seeking a Junior Project Controls Analyst to join the team supporting our Headquarters location in Newport News, Virginia.

Responsibilities

The Junior Project Controls Analyst supports financial, contractual, and operational oversight of government programs by assisting with project planning, budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting. Working closely with Program Managers, Finance, and Contracts, this role helps ensure projects are executed within budget, meet contractual requirements, and provide accurate financial and performance reporting.

Project Controls & Financial Support

• SupportsProgram Managers with project planning, budgeting,estimatesat completion,and financial performance monitoring.
• Assistsin tracking project costs, laborutilization, funding, and expenditures against established budgets.
• Preparesrecurring financial reports, cost analyses, and project performance metrics.
• Monitorsproject burn rates andidentifiespotential cost or schedule variances.
• Assistswith revenue forecasting and monthly financial projections.

DeltekCostpoint Administration

• UtilizesDeltekCostpointto review project financial data, labor charges, budgets, and funding.
• Assistswith project setup, modifications, labor category updates, and project maintenance within Costpoint.
• Supportsreconciliation of project financial information andvalidatesdata accuracy.
• Generatesstandard and ad hoc Costpoint reports for project and executive leadership.

Government Contract Support

• Monitorscontract funding, ceilings,closeouts,and periods of performance.
• Assistsin reviewing contract modifications and ensuring project data aligns with contractual requirements.
• Supportstracking of contract deliverables, labor hours, and funding status.
• Coordinateswith Contracts and Finance to ensureaccurateproject records.

Reporting & Analysis

• Developsandmaintainproject dashboards, spreadsheets, and status reports.
• Performsvariance analysis toidentifytrends and recommend corrective actions.
• Assistsin preparing executive reports and monthly project reviews.
• Supportsdata collection for financial audits and customer reporting requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partnerswith Program Managers, Finance, Contracts, Human Resources, and Business Operations to support successful project execution.
• Respondsto requests for project financial information and reporting.
• Assistswith special projects, process improvements, and financial analysis initiatives.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 1–3 years of experience supporting project controls, finance, accounting, or government programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and basic financial analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience usingDeltekCostpointhighly preferred,
• Experience supporting federal government contracts.
• Familiarity with contract types including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Cost-Plus, and Time-and-Materials (T&M).
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Excel dashboards, or financial reporting tools.
• Basic understanding of project scheduling or earned value management concepts.
• Ability to obtain andmaintaina U.S. Government security clearance, ifrequired.

Benefit and Compensation Transparency

ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
• Voluntary ancillary benefit options
• 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

Pay range for this position is $44,000 - $65,000 annually

This position has a broad compensation range due to the complexities of government contracting, including contract pricing, labor category requirements, funding parameters, and varying levels of candidate experience and qualifications.

Application and Employment at ITA International

ITA International 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 veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at [e-mail].