Project Controls Analyst (SF Bay Area)

TD Thornton; San Ramon (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Annual Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A consulting and staffing firm is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to manage large-scale construction projects in the electric utilities sector. This hybrid role focuses on financial forecasting, schedule development, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, strong experience with Primavera P6 and SAP, and excellent communication skills. Offered compensation ranges from $115,000 to $140,000, alongside benefits like medical coverage, 401(k), and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Experience in project scheduling and financial analysis.
• Experience with Primavera P6, including dependencies and resource loading.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the scope, cost, and schedule of large-scale construction projects.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with work breakdown structures.
• Monitor and update cash flow projections to ensure fiscal alignment.

Skills

Project scheduling

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Controls Analyst

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA • Work Type: Hybrid (1 day per week in office) • Seniority: Mid-Level • Sector: Electric Utilities

As a Project Controls Analyst, you will be responsible for managing the scope, cost, and schedule of large‑scale construction projects in the electric utilities sector. Working under general direction, you will apply sound judgment and established project governance principles to oversee financial forecasting, schedule development, and performance analysis. Projects are often multi‑year and high‑profile, requiring coordination across cross‑functional teams and multiple locations.

Your Day‑to‑Day Activities

• Input and analyze financial forecast data using SAP and Primavera P6
• Develop and maintain project schedules, including work breakdown structures, dependencies, and baselines
• Assist project managers with business cases, contingency releases, and budget management
• Monitor and update cash flow projections to ensure fiscal alignment
• Analyze and report on project cost and schedule variances
• Develop and maintain tracking tools and reports for performance monitoring
• Measure progress of key milestones and activities
• Support contract administration, including processing change orders and accrual validation
• Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders through regular meetings and updates
• Track action items and ensure accountability across team members
• Prepare and deliver progress reports to project managers and supervisors
• Maintain meeting minutes, action logs, and stakeholder updates
• Identify and track project risks, escalating issues to maintain cost and schedule integrity

The Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field
• Experience in project scheduling and financial analysis
• Experience with Primavera P6, including use of dependencies, cost loading, resource loading, and resource leveling
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools

You’ll stand out if you have

• Proficiency with SAP
• Familiarity with Unifier or ProjectWise project management software
• PMP or equivalent certification
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Interest in mentorship and continuous learning

Compensation & Benefits

• $115,000-$140,000
• Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Annual Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Account

About TD Thornton

Since 2005, TD Thornton has been helping our clients bridge organizational gaps by providing best‑in‑class consulting services and staff augmentation. Whether we are part of the contractor’s team or serving as an owner’s representative, we offer a wide spectrum of construction management support services to help our clients mitigate risks and deliver successful project outcomes. We believe our diversity is part of our strength and are proud to be a woman‑owned and minority‑owned company.