Project Controls Analyst

AECOM Corporation; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Project Controls Analyst in Denver, CO, to support mining and heavy civil infrastructure design. The role focuses on cost management, scheduling, and earned value reporting within the Mining group.

You will develop cost controls, monitor budgets and progress, and collaborate with engineering and accounting to ensure accurate forecasting and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency.
• Knowledge of heavy civil or construction projects and earned value reporting.
• Experience with Primavera P6 and PRISM G2 models for cost management.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost management activities to provide proactive information to project teams.
• Develop and implement cost administration and reporting systems including budgets and schedules.
• Assess project cost performance based on spend, commitments, earned value and forecasts.
• Prepare cost reports and provide updates to teams on cost and schedule tracking.
• Coordinate with engineering and accounting on scope, changes and variances.

Skills

Cost management

Project controls

Earned value

Risk analysis

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

PRISM G2

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Water
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Denver, CO - 7595 East Technolo
• Compensation: USD 65,000 - USD 90,000 - yearly

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Project Controls Analyst to support mine tailings storage facility and heavy civil infrastructure design and analysis as part of the Mining group in Denver, Colorado.

Job Summary/ Responsibilities:

• Perform cost management activities in support of client projects to provide proactive and accurate information to project teams and clients.
• Develop and implement cost administration and reporting systems including estimates, budgets, schedules, manhour and cost progressing, and earned value reports.
• Assess project cost performance based on spent, commitments, earned value and forecasts.
• Keep up to date trend and change logs and help ensure overall implementation of the change management procedure.
• Prepare cost reports and provide regular updates to teams on cost and schedule tracking and performance of projects.
• Liaise with engineering personnel regarding scope, changes, trends, forecasts, progress, etc.
• Liaise with accounting personnel regarding actual costs and accrual values and ensure overall good coordination between project cost systems and accounting systems.
• Liaise with subcontractors regarding progress, schedules, contract administration, etc.
• Coordinate with other project personnel to develop effective WBS structures.
• Prepare and maintain engineering earned value reports.
• Provide cost and schedule input for monthly and or bi-weekly reporting, including evaluations and presentations of current status; compare forecasts to the approved budgets and provide explanations of variances.
• Prepare cashflow and cost commitment forecasts.
• Identify scope changes and prepare change notices/requests.
• Prepare and maintain scope change logs and trend logs.
• Ensure all project control procedures are in place and being followed.
• Collect, analyze and reduce cost data to statistics and metrics for use in benchmarking, scoping studies, execution planning and estimating.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of heavy civil or construction projects, with proven experience developing resource loaded schedules in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project and working with and developing PRISM G2 models for cost management.
• Knowledge of project planning and scheduling methods, practices, and earned value.
• Understanding of company policies, procedures and financial obligations that would apply to projects.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this role.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according EEO guidelines.