Project Controls Analyst - Primoris Heavy Civil - Baton Rouge, LA

Primoris Services Corporation•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a Project Controls Analyst II to join its Baton Rouge, Louisiana Division Office. The role supports the financial and operational success of assigned projects through cost control, forecasting, scheduling, reporting, and performance analysis. It partners with project teams to provide analysis, identify risks and opportunities, and help ensure projects are completed within budget and on schedule. The successful candidate will apply project controls principles, construction operations knowledge, and cost management processes to moderately complex projects, working independently and mentoring less experienced team members. The position supports projects across planning, procurement, construction, and closeout, and requires periodic construction site visits as needed.

Requirements

More than 5 years of experience in Project Controls, Cost Control, Project Accounting, Project Management Support, or a related field; construction industry experience is preferred.
Strong understanding of project controls processes, including cost management, forecasting, scheduling, and performance reporting.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to analyze large datasets and provide actionable recommendations to project teams and leadership.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, Power Query, lookups, and data analysis tools.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and reporting tools.
Experience with project controls software such as Primavera P6, EcoSys, Vista/Viewpoint, Power BI, or other construction management systems.
Understanding of earned value management, forecasting methodologies, and key project performance metrics.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
2–4 years of experience in heavy civil construction, infrastructure, industrial, or similar construction environments.

Responsibilities

Develop project budgets from estimates and allocate costs according to company-standard codes of accounts.
Lead project setup activities, including coding structure, budget loading, quantity tracking, and baseline establishment.
Develop, maintain, and analyze project schedules through planning, procurement, construction, and closeout.
Coordinate and maintain project budgets, forecasts, commitments, expenditures, and change management activities in project controls systems.
Monitor project costs, productivity, quantities, and progress to identify trends, risks, and potential impacts to project performance.
Review and validate timesheet, invoice, and cost coding accuracy to support reliable project reporting.
Prepare cost, schedule, productivity, and performance analyses, and present recommendations to project management teams.
Facilitate regular forecast and cost review meetings with project stakeholders.
Develop and maintain internal and external cost reports, dashboards, forecasts, and key performance indicators.
Prepare management reports and executive summary packages for monthly project reviews.
Assist project teams with earned value management, cash flow forecasting, and project performance metrics.
Identify process-improvement opportunities and implement project controls and reporting best practices.
Coordinate the assembly, review, and distribution of project reporting packages and technical documentation.
Make periodic construction site visits as required.
Mentor less experienced team members.