Associate Project Controls Analyst

BHMG Engineers•St Louis, MO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

BHMG is a leader in utility-focused engineering and consulting, serving electric companies, municipalities and organizations with large energy needs. For over 50 years, we’ve been the trusted partner organizations rely on to solve complex challenges and reimagine what’s possible. At BHMG, you’re not just doing a job - you’re building a meaningful career with a company that lives its mission every day: Build Trust. Provide Solutions. Enjoy Freedom. We empower our team, encourage ownership and innovation, and create an environment where you can enjoy your work, do your best, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. We are seeking an Associate Project Controls Analyst to support project teams through accurate scheduling, cost tracking, and project controls documentation. This entry-level role is designed for individuals eager to build foundational skills in project controls, cost analysis, and performance reporting while contributing to successful project delivery. Working under close supervision, you will collaborate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and design teams to support forecasting, progress tracking, and reporting across the project lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in project controls within the utility engineering environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline
Typically, 0–2 years of relevant experience in project controls, scheduling, engineering support, or similar roles
Familiarity with project management tools or scheduling software is preferred
Authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Ability to learn and apply scheduling and project controls software
Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize, track, and update project data accurately
Clear communication skills for providing status updates and supporting team collaboration
Basic analytical skills for interpreting cost and schedule data
Willingness to learn, take direction, and build foundational project controls expertise
Organized, reliable, and comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain accurate project schedules using established methodologies and scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
Provide timely status updates to project leads and design teams throughout the project lifecycle
Collaborate with project teams to update schedules, track progress, and support basic project forecasting activities
Track project costs and budgets, support resource planning analysis, and assist with introductory earned value management (EVM) calculations and reporting
Support project controls documentation, data entry, and preparation of routine reports and dashboards
Participate in project review meetings, project controls training sessions, and ongoing professional development activities
Follow established department standards, templates, and procedures to ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality
Adapt to changing project priorities, deadlines, and workloads while maintaining attention to detail