Project Controls Analyst - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend•Lebanon, IN

10d

About The Position

Turner & Townsend are seeking an ambitious Project Controls Analyst to support a prestigious technology client’s rapidly expanding data center infrastructure program. This role is a unique opportunity to be a key contributor to the future of technology, partnering with global construction teams and cross-functional stakeholders (Analytics, Procurement, Finance) to drive cost management, financial forecasting, risk identification, and program governance across mission-critical projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
Experience in construction project controls on large, multi-project programs.
Proven experience in forecasting and change management on large-scale construction projects.
Ability to clearly communicate financial status and schedule details across multiple construction sites.
Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and cost control tools (e.g., eBuilder, Procore, or similar).
Ability to interpret schedules, compare baseline vs. progress, and connect schedule impacts to cost forecasts.
Experience with data center construction or mission-critical infrastructure.
Familiarity with utility-intensive programs (power/water), grid constraints, and offsite infrastructure dependencies.
Comfort working within phased, campus-scale programs (new build + retrofit), with AI-focused infrastructure considerations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Unifier is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide preconstruction support during project approval phases, including historical cost analysis, budget baselining, and development of annual contractor purchase orders.
Support schedule/cost alignment for phased campus builds (including offsite infrastructure dependencies, roadway realignments, and permitting timelines).
Manage internal project budgets and schedule of values using project management software for monthly financial reporting across multiple projects.
Oversee external project budgets via external platforms (commitment management, change management, document control).
Facilitate change order routing and review, including content analysis and executive approvals.
Ensure accurate quarterly accruals for all active purchase orders; coordinate with vendors and Finance.
Lead monthly forecasting and cash flow analysis, identify variances, and prepare executive-level reports.
Maintain and update risk registers (internal and contractor), including contingency evaluations.
Conduct monthly project financial health reviews using dashboards, budget software, schedule comparisons, and productivity reports.
Collaborate with site Schedulers to ensure alignment between financial forecasts and schedule updates (P6).
Track impacts related to utility planning (power/water), grid capacity constraints, and long-lead equipment delivery.
Support development of scenario analyses (e.g., phasing strategies, resource constraints, risk exposure).
Partner daily with project managers, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams (Analytics, Procurement, Finance).
Prepare and deliver clear presentations on project health, risks, and performance to leadership.
Assist with programmatic initiatives, training, and process alignment to drive consistency across sites.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.