Project Controls Analyst, Principal/Project Controls Analyst

OCTA • Orange, CA

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About The Position

Project Controls Analyst Senior, Principal Under minimal direction, the principal level position serves as a technical leader and subject matter expert for project controls on large, complex transportation capital projects within OCTA’s Capital Programs Division. The role supports planning, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, cost and schedule control, progress reporting, and performance monitoring, frequently resolving highly complex project controls issues through advanced expertise and judgment. This position also supports best-practice development and mentorship within the Project Controls team. This opening is being posted at two levels; senior and principal. There is one position available. This is an exempt position; Project Controls Analyst Senior is at salary grade 200: Min – $93,204.80 | Mid – $111,342.40 | Max – $129,459.20/year, and the Project Controls Analyst Principal is at salary grade 210: Min – $102,752.00 | Mid – $122,740.80 | Max – $142,708.80/year. The level and starting salary will be within the established range based on qualifications. This posting will remain open until filled. What You’ll Do Serve as the subject matter expert for project controls on major capital projects Develop, review, and manage baseline schedules, cost estimates, project budgets, forecasts, change requests, and funding sources Ensure accurate and timely data entry and monitoring in Primavera and other project controls systems Review and analyze design and construction CPM schedules; provide recommendations to support milestone achievement Perform schedule updates, critical path analyses, and delay/time impact analyses Analyze project costs and funding alignment across project phases; review and process complex design and construction invoices Develop and maintain procedures for cost estimating, cost control, and reporting Prepare final project cost reports and support project close-out activities Support compliance with applicable FTA and FHWA guidelines related to project controls and reporting Develop and present project status reports and briefings to management and internal/external committees Support annual Capital Programs Division budget development Coordinate and communicate with project managers, contractors, consultants, and internal and external agency partners Mentor and coach team members in project controls tools, software, and best practices What We’re Looking For Principal: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field Minimum of seven years of experience in the engineering and/or construction industry At least three years of senior-level project controls experience on multimillion-dollar capital projects Advanced experience with project controls software such as Primavera (required) Senior: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field Minimum of five years of experience in the engineering and/or construction industry Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills Ability to manage highly complex data, schedules, and budgets Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams Why You’ll Love It Here Play a key role in delivering major transportation infrastructure projects Serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor on complex capital programs Work on high-impact projects that shape the region’s mobility future Collaborative, mission-driven environment with opportunities to influence best practices Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities Join a team where innovation, integrity, and strategic thinking are valued. Apply now to help advance OCTA’s capital transportation programs and infrastructure investments. OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected status. OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs. We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents. Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.

Requirements

• Principal: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of seven years of experience in the engineering and/or construction industry
• At least three years of senior-level project controls experience on multimillion-dollar capital projects
• Advanced experience with project controls software such as Primavera (required)
• Senior: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of five years of experience in the engineering and/or construction industry
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills
• Ability to manage highly complex data, schedules, and budgets
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for project controls on major capital projects
• Develop, review, and manage baseline schedules, cost estimates, project budgets, forecasts, change requests, and funding sources
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry and monitoring in Primavera and other project controls systems
• Review and analyze design and construction CPM schedules; provide recommendations to support milestone achievement
• Perform schedule updates, critical path analyses, and delay/time impact analyses
• Analyze project costs and funding alignment across project phases; review and process complex design and construction invoices
• Develop and maintain procedures for cost estimating, cost control, and reporting
• Prepare final project cost reports and support project close-out activities
• Support compliance with applicable FTA and FHWA guidelines related to project controls and reporting
• Develop and present project status reports and briefings to management and internal/external committees
• Support annual Capital Programs Division budget development
• Coordinate and communicate with project managers, contractors, consultants, and internal and external agency partners
• Mentor and coach team members in project controls tools, software, and best practices

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Professional growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level