Project Controls Analyst

ACTalent; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Controls Analyst for large-scale capital projects in Wichita, KS. The role focuses on turning complex project data into clear reporting and forecasts, partnering with PMs, cost engineers, planners, schedulers and stakeholders to improve visibility and outcomes.

The position emphasizes cost control, forecasting, and performance reporting, with hands-on use of EcoSys, Primavera P6 and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Experience in project controls, cost controls, project analytics, or cost engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of: Cost control and cost analysis; Forecasting methodologies; Cost variance analysis; Project performance reporting.
• Ability to organize and integrate data from multiple sources into meaningful reports and dashboards.
• Experience supporting capital projects, maintenance turnarounds, or industrial projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate project cost data from multiple systems and sources into standardized reporting tools.
• Develop and maintain cost reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for capital projects and turnarounds.
• Analyze project costs, commitments, accruals, forecasts, and variances to identify trends and risks.
• Partner with project managers, planners, schedulers, and cost engineers to ensure alignment between project execution plans and cost structures.
• Support project forecasting, change management, and risk management processes.
• Improve data quality, reporting consistency, and the overall flow of project information.
• Utilize integrated project controls systems to evaluate project performance and communicate actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements that increase reporting efficiency and project transparency.

Skills

Cost control

Forecasting

Cost analysis

Project reporting

Data integration

Analytical skills

Tools

EcoSys

Primavera P6

Power BI

Job description

Support Major Capital Projects. Influence Decisions. Drive Results.

Are you passionate about turning complex project data into meaningful business insights? Do you enjoy working at the intersection of project controls, cost analysis, forecasting, and technology? If so, this could be the opportunity to take your project controls career to the next level.

We are seeking a Project Controls Analyst to support large-scale capital projects and turnaround activities by transforming project data into clear, accurate, and actionable reporting. In this role, you will partner with project managers, cost engineers, planners, schedulers, and business stakeholders to improve project visibility, strengthen forecasting accuracy, and drive better project outcomes.

Why You'll Want to Work Here

• Contribute to high-impact capital projects that directly support critical industrial operations.
• Work alongside experienced project controls, engineering, and construction professionals.
• Gain exposure to industry-leading tools and technologies, including EcoSys, Primavera P6, and Power BI.
• Be part of a financially strong organization focused on long-term success rather than short-term results.
• Grow your career through challenging work, professional development, and opportunities to expand your expertise.
• Make a measurable impact by helping project teams improve cost performance, forecasting accuracy, and project execution.

What You'll Do

• Consolidate project cost data from multiple systems and sources into standardized reporting tools.
• Develop and maintain cost reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for capital projects and turnarounds.
• Analyze project costs, commitments, accruals, forecasts, and variances to identify trends and risks.
• Partner with project managers, planners, schedulers, and cost engineers to ensure alignment between project execution plans and cost structures.
• Support project forecasting, change management, and risk management processes.
• Improve data quality, reporting consistency, and the overall flow of project information.
• Utilize integrated project controls systems to evaluate project performance and communicate actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements that increase reporting efficiency and project transparency.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Experience in project controls, cost controls, project analytics, or cost engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Cost control and cost analysis
  • Forecasting methodologies
  • Cost variance analysis
  • Project performance reporting
• Ability to organize and integrate data from multiple sources into meaningful reports and dashboards.
• Experience supporting capital projects, maintenance turnarounds, or industrial projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EcoSys, Primavera P6, and Power BI.
• Ability to develop and maintain project cost forecasts.
• Experience improving data integrity and reporting processes.
• Understanding of project lifecycle controls, change management, and project risk management.
• Experience supporting projects in refining, chemicals, manufacturing, energy, utilities, or other industrial environments.

Ideal Candidate

You are detail-oriented, analytical, and naturally curious. You enjoy digging into project data, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping project teams make informed decisions. Most importantly, you take ownership of your work and thrive in an environment that values initiative, continuous improvement, and long-term career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wichita, KS.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wichita, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Wichita,KS.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.