Senior Project Controls Analyst - Energy Efficiency Programs

CARIAN; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A consulting and advisory firm is seeking a Senior Project Controls Analyst in Newark, New Jersey. The role involves financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting for energy efficiency programs. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in project controls or financial analysis, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel and Power BI. This hybrid position offers competitive compensation ranging from $105,000 to $135,000 annually, with eligibility for bonuses and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or financial analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or Smartsheet.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead program reporting efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and report on program budgets, forecasts, and performance dashboards.
• Track actuals vs. forecast, analyze variances, and identify corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly spend plans and cost summaries for client reporting.

Skills

Project controls

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Cost engineering

Excel

Power BI

Smartsheet

Communication skills

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Senior Project Controls Analyst – Energy Efficiency Programs

Location: Newark, New Jersey
Hybrid – 3 days in the office

About Us

CARIAN is a purpose-driven, women-owned consulting and advisory firm exclusively serving the power and utilities sector. We help utilities deliver energy programs, manage capital projects, and improve operational performance.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a Senior Project Controls Analyst to support one of our client’s large-scale energy efficiency programs. This role focuses on financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting helping ensure transparency, accountability, and disciplined execution across a major utility initiative driving statewide energy savings.

You’ll collaborate closely with program management, finance, and engineering teams to deliver accurate, data-driven insights that support strategic decision-making and strong program performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and report on program budgets, forecasts, and performance dashboards.
• Track actuals vs. forecast, analyze variances, and identify corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly spend plans, accruals, and cost summaries for client reporting.
• Support KPI tracking, performance metrics, and executive dashboards.
• Coordinate with finance, PMO, and engineering teams to validate program expenditures.
• Maintain controls documentation and ensure consistency across all program workstreams.
• Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen cost control and forecasting discipline.
• Support audit and regulatory readiness by maintaining clear documentation of cost and workflow processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or financial analysis, ideally within utilities, energy efficiency, or infrastructure programs.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or Smartsheet.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and cost reporting practices.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead program reporting efforts.
• Familiarity with SAP, or Oracle a plus.
• Clear communicator with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven professional who thrives in fast-paced environments.

Why CARIAN?

• Purpose-driven work – help deliver infrastructure that powers communities
• Industry reputation – trusted by leading utilities for reliability and results
• Career growth – opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams
• Collaborative culture – join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships
• Competitive total rewards – strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work

CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. As a woman-owned firm dedicated to the power sector, CARIAN is committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $105,000 to $135,000 annually, based on a full-time equivalent schedule. This range represents a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, the role includes eligibility for bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and a company 401(k) match.

Employment is contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining valid authorization to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor, and will not sponsor, employment-based visas or provide immigration support for this position.