Project Controls Analyst

Tealenergi • Houston, TX

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Teal Energi is seeking a motivated Project Controls Analyst to support cost and schedule management activities on large-scale capital projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an early- to mid-career professional looking to grow within project controls while working alongside experienced industry leaders. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of project controls principles, including cost tracking, forecasting, scheduling, and reporting, with hands-on experience using Microsoft Excel and Primavera P6. Beyond technical skills, we are especially interested in individuals who have demonstrated a passion for innovation and have leveraged AI, automation, digital tools, or data-driven solutions to improve workflows, streamline reporting, reduce manual effort, or enhance project analysis. This team values curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement. Project controls expertise can be developed on the job; the ability to think differently, challenge inefficient processes, and embrace new technology is what will set candidates apart.

Requirements

• 2 – 7 years of experience in project controls, project management support, scheduling, cost control, engineering, construction, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Primavera P6 required.
• Experience supporting cost management, scheduling, forecasting, or project reporting activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve processes.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated use of AI, automation, business intelligence, reporting tools, or workflow improvement technologies is highly preferred.
• Experience with Power BI, Power Automate, VBA, SQL, Python, Copilot, ChatGPT, or other digital productivity tools.
• Exposure to capital projects within energy, LNG, oil & gas, petrochemical, industrial, or infrastructure sectors.
• Interest in data analytics, process improvement, and emerging technologies.
• Naturally curious and always looking for a better way to do things.
• Comfortable learning new technologies and applying them to real business challenges.
• Focused on improving efficiency and eliminating low-value administrative work.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
• Collaborative, resourceful, and eager to develop a career in project controls.

Responsibilities

• Support project cost management, forecasting, and performance reporting activities.
• Assist with schedule development, maintenance, and progress tracking using Primavera P6.
• Analyze project data and provide reporting to support project decision-making.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based tracking tools, dashboards, and reports.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, schedulers, and project controls professionals to ensure accurate project performance visibility.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and data management practices.
• Utilize digital tools, automation, AI, or other technologies to increase efficiency and reduce manual administrative work.
• Support project reviews, forecasting cycles, and performance analysis activities.

Benefits

• TealEnergi is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, disability, ethnicity, gender or gender identity, language, national origin, physical or mental ability, political affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed