Project Controls Analyst - ARB, Inc.

Senior Project Cost Controls Analyst – ARB, Inc.

At ARB, Inc. we are seeking a senior Project Cost Controls Analyst to analyze and report project cost data, prepare cost estimates, and develop cost control procedures. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply expertise in cost engineering and project management across a range of projects.

• Follow project cost control procedures and operate in company‑established systems.
• Monitor, analyze, and report project costs, compare those to budgeted costs, and perform variance analysis.
• Prepare project cost forecasts, including direct costs, indirect costs, equipment costs, and third‑party costs.
• Develop and/or oversee earned value management tools.
• Review and analyze contractor and vendor cost reports and forecasts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and oversee company invoices, ensuring compliance with the contract.
• Review and approve third‑party invoices.
• Understand contract scope and determine original scope from change scope to ensure costs are captured appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with project managers and engineers to integrate project cost information into project plans and schedules.
• Support the development of cost performance reports and presentation materials for senior management.
• Coordinate with other departments (AR, AP, and payroll) on day‑to‑day operations.
• Ensure that all cost‑related data is properly entered and maintained in the project cost control system.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in cost engineering and project controls.
• Strong knowledge of project cost control principles, procedures, and systems.
• Experience in cost estimating, forecasting, and trend analysis.
• Experience supporting large‑scale, long‑term EPC projects preferred.
• Experience with lump‑sum contracts and time‑and‑materials contracts preferred.
• Proficient in cost estimating software such as Primavera, Excel, and Ecosys.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Annual salary range of $130–150k, commensurate with education, skills and experience.
• Paid company holidays.
• Paid PTO.
• Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, short‑term/long‑term disability, 401(k) with matching contribution.

ARB, Inc. is the legacy subsidiary of Primoris Services Corporation (NYSE: “PRIM”) that provides maintenance, construction, fabrication, and EPC services across the U.S., with safety and quality as our highest value proposition. We self‑perform and deliver turnkey construction and EPC services to clients within the energy infrastructure industry (gas processing, product storage and transportation, chemical/petrochemical, power generation, renewables, refining, and mining).

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News‑Record (ENR). For more information, please visit

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