Project Controls Analyst

Consertus; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous time off including 10 paid holidays

Job summary

A leading capital program management firm is seeking a Project Controls Analyst in Chicago to join their team. The role involves preparing and updating project budgets, maintaining cost reports, and collaborating with project management teams to ensure efficient project execution. Ideal candidates should hold a related degree and have up to 2 years of relevant experience, particularly in cost management or scheduling. The position offers a competitive salary range of $68,000-$90,000 and various employee benefits including generous time off and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 0 - 2 years of project controls or project management experience with emphasis on cost management.
• Experience in cost analysis during planning, design, and construction phases is preferred.
• PM, CM, or Project Controls related professional certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Owner’s project budgets in collaboration with project management.
• Maintain monthly Cost Report and Cash Flow for several projects.
• Review contractor’s schedule submissions regularly for accuracy.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Cost management

Project scheduling

Well-developed communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business

Job description

About Us

Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs. Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals in sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology. At Consertus, we celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built. Discover how Consertus is driving transformative change for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve at www.consertus.com

About This Role

Consertus is looking for a Project Controls Analyst who will prepare and update owner’s project budgets and schedules in a team environment. They will develop, monitor, and update specific cost reporting to allow owner’s facilities projects to be executed in the most efficient manner possible. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. May act independently on assigned projects with work product reviewed by program controls lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost
• Prepare Owner’s project budgets and supporting documents in collaboration with project management for approval.
• Maintains and prepares monthly Cost Report and Cash Flow for several projects with supervision.
• Responsible for the timely and accurate submission of cost accruals for assigned projects
• Prepare input to monthly/quarterly Reports.
• Maintains change management reporting
• As applicable able to effectively work with project management, engineering, finance, and construction partners in matters of cost and schedule measurement.
• Review contractor’s schedule submissions with project team members regularly to ensure accuracy and alignment with cost forecast.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or equivalent experience required.
• 0 - 2 years of project controls or project management experience with an emphasis on cost management or scheduling of construction projects.
• Excel proficiency is required.
• Experience working on multiple projects, separate funding sources, locations, etc. being managed by a centralized team is preferred.
• Experience in cost analysis during planning, design, and construction phases is preferred.
• Experience in developing and updating project schedules is preferred.
• PM, CM, or Project Controls related professional certifications are a plus.
• Well-developed communications skills are required to effectively engage all levels of the project team, client organization, designers and contractors in capital cost related matters.
• Must be able to provide concise status reports and assessments of critical issues.

Compensation Range

• $68,000-$90,000 annually

What’s In It For You

• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
• 401(k) with day-one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match
• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.