Project Controls Analyst

MC Squared,LLC•Jacksonville, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Working from our Jacksonville office as part of our Finance Department, will handle project controls on multiple geotechnical and construction services projects. The Project Controls Analyst is responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling project financial performance using Deltek VantagePoint. This role partners with Project Managers, Accounting, and Contracts to ensure projects are set up correctly, costs are recorded accurately, forecasts are reliable, and billing complies with FAR, contract, and client requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
7+ years project controls experience in engineering services company, specifically DOT experience or closely related
Microsoft Excel and SharePoint proficiency
Strong ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning system) experience, preferably Deltek Vantage Point
Experience with Earned Value tools, resource management and project productivity
Solid math skills
Ability to communicate with both internal staff and external clients professionally and promptly
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Strong organization skills and detail orientation

Responsibilities

Set up and maintain projects in Deltek VantagePoint, from qualified opportunities to contract close-out including contract structure (phases, tasks, work breakdown structure), labor categories, billing terms, and revenue methods, budget, fee, and funding allocations.
Ensure project structures align with contract requirements (DOT, FAR, IDIQ, CPFF, T&M, FP) and company accounting standard operating procedures and disclosure practices.
Monitor project performance against budget, fee, and funding.
Track labor, reimbursable and non-reimbursable costs at the phase/task level.
Analyze cost variances, burn rates, and estimate-to-complete (ETC).
Support earned value or progress tracking where applicable.
Maintain accurate project forecast.
Review and validate PM inputs for ETC and EAC, revenue and margin projections.
Identify risks, trends, and corrective actions early.
Support monthly billing processes by reviewing labor and reimbursable costs, and validating billing caps, rates, and funding limits.
Assist with certified payroll support (as applicable), revenue recognition and WIP analysis.
Develop and maintain standard and custom VantagePoint reports.
Support PMs and leadership with clear, actionable financial insight.
Ensure compliance with contract billing requirements, internal controls and company policies.
Support internal and external audits.
Assist with documentation related to timekeeping and cost allowability.