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Project Controls Analyst

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In-Office
Walnut Creek, CA, USA
115K-140K Annually
Mid level
In-Office
Walnut Creek, CA, USA
115K-140K Annually
Mid level
The Project Controls Analyst will oversee project scope, budget, and timelines, assisting with cost forecasting, schedule management, and performance reporting for major construction initiatives in the electric utilities sector.
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TD Thornton
TD Thornton is a premier consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. We provide strong onboarding and ongoing support to help our people succeed. We welcome applicants from engineering, construction management, project management, business analytics, scheduling, and anyone who thrives in a collaborative environment
 
Job Overview:
Title: Project Controls Analyst
Sector: Electric Utilities
Seniority: Mid-Level
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
Work Type: Hybrid (1 day per week in office)
 

As a Project Controls Analyst, you will support the planning and financial management of major construction initiatives within the electric utilities industry. In this role, you will help oversee project scope, budget, and timelines while applying established project controls practices and sound analytical judgment. You will assist with cost forecasting, schedule management, and performance reporting to help ensure projects remain aligned with organizational objectives. Projects are often complex, multi-year infrastructure efforts that involve collaboration with cross-functional teams and multiple locations.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to strengthen your skills in project controls, financial analysis, and scheduling while contributing to the successful delivery of critical infrastructure initiatives.

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
  • Track and document monthly accruals for project-related liabilities incurred during the reporting period
  • 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 annual salary
  • Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Annual Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)

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.
 
Learn more about us at www.tdthornton.com and on LinkedIn.
 
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