Project Controls Lead Analyst - Renewables

Location: Shawnee Mission

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.  

Company :
Black & Veatch Corporation  Req  : 117843 Opportunity Type :
Staff Relocation eligible :
No Full time/Part time :
Full-Time  Project Only Hire :
No Visa Sponsorship Available:
No Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity Lead level position assigned to either a role in Planning, Cost Management, Project Controls Management, Project Controls (PJC) Execution Leadership or a combination. With minimal supervision, is responsible for independently applying advanced project controls techniques and analyses. May handle commercial issues and will provide leadership and guidance to less experienced project control personnel.

Key Responsibilities Leads a Project Controls (PJC) function or a team of PJC professionals and able to positively influence internal and external clients. Achieves a high level of forecasting accuracy. Proactive in addressing and escalating issues. Leads proposal efforts.

Cost:

Leads cost control team on complex projects through all aspects including cost reporting and forecasting, quantity tracking, change management, and risk analysis.

Addresses contractual requirements related to cost control, including reviewing contract language and providing feedback.

Planning/Scheduling:

Leads project controls schedule team in all planning and scheduling efforts, including float analysis, earned value, startup planning, and constructability.

As required by the business unit, expert in scheduling forensics. Addresses contractual requirements related to schedule, including reviewing contract language and providing feedback.

As required by the business unit, expert in scheduling forensics.

PJC Management:
Leads and develops a team of project controls professionals.

Leads planning and cost control functions with minimal supervision.

Ensures tools, processes, and operating rhythm are in place to effectively identify and escalate issues.

Collaborates with management team to identify issues and trends. Secures project management support.

Facilitate risk  and change management discussions. Supports department initiatives.

Execution Leadership:

Leads implementation of PJC procedures & tools. Provides transparent project health visibility to the business.

Escalate project issues to PJC Leadership.

Support administration of project reviews and resolution of…