Senior Project Controls Analyst

Primary Job Title

Senior Project Controls Analyst

• Project Controls Analyst
• Senior Project Scheduler
• Project Cost Control Analyst
• Project Planning Analyst
• Project Controls Specialist

Fresno, CA

Hybrid – 2-4 days per month onsite or field site visits

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 9 Months
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate: $70 - 77/hr

The Senior Project Controls Analyst supports electric operations projects by managing project scheduling, cost control, and financial forecasting activities. This role works closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure accurate project planning, reporting, and performance tracking across electric distribution and transmission operations. The analyst develops and maintains detailed project schedules, monitors cost and schedule performance, and produces reports that support project decision-making and financial oversight.

The role requires strong expertise in project scheduling tools, cost analysis, and project documentation management.

• Develop project schedules and cash flow forecasts in coordination with project managers and functional departments.
• Attend project kickoff meetings and site walkdowns.
• Create, maintain, and update project schedules and track milestones and risks.
• Participate in project status meetings and adjust schedules based on project progress.
• Monitor financial progress and maintain project cost tracking systems.
• Develop and control project schedule plans using tools such as SAP Project System, SAP Work Management System, MS Project, and Primavera P6 Maxavera
  .
• Prepare cost reports, maintain forecast accuracy, and perform project performance analysis.
• Identify cost and schedule variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Assess and report project performance using established industry standards.
• Ensure responses to budget and regulatory cost requests reflect accurate project data.
• Interface with design and planning teams and related software systems.
• Support preparation of job estimates, authorizations, and financial documentation.
• Manage project documentation including change orders, contingency logs, and journal entries.
• Maintain project files within electronic document management systems such as EDMS.
• Provide monthly cost and schedule variance analysis to project managers and stakeholders.
• Assist with project closeout activities and post-job critiques.
• Prepare weekly and monthly performance reports and departmental scorecards.
• Validate data sets and support data quality initiatives.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and process improvement initiatives.
• Monitor forecasting performance and provide reporting on financial results and cost drivers.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Project Controls Analyst
  , or relevant experience in electric or gas transmission and distribution operations, project management, accounting, finance, construction management, or business planning.
• Experience supporting project cost control, scheduling, and reporting activities.
• Certification such as CAPM or PMP
  .

• Experience in utility, energy, or infrastructure projects
  .
• Experience with SAP Work Management, Controlling Orders, Planning Orders, BW, or Analysis for Office.
• Experience with earned value analysis, risk management, and project budgeting.
• Experience using Unifier, Project Wise, or Heavy Bid.

• Primavera P6 scheduling and project planning
• Project cost control and forecasting
• Project performance reporting and analysis

• SAP project and financial systems
• Earned value analysis and risk management
• Construction or infrastructure project controls
• Advanced Excel and Access proficiency
• Forecasting and financial modeling

• Project schedule development and milestone tracking
• Cost variance analysis and corrective action planning
• Project documentation management and compliance
• Data validation and reporting accuracy
  
  Budget monitoring and financial analysis
• Stakeholder communication and reporting
• Process improvement initiatives

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

A leading natural gas and electric energy company serving millions of customers across the United States. The organization delivers reliable energy services and supports safe, efficient infrastructure operations while fostering a positive work environment that enables employees to make an impact in their communities.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.