Project Controls Analyst

TD Thornton • Cupertino, CA

3d • $120,000 - $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

TD Thornton is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Controls Analyst to oversee cost, schedule, and scope management across a portfolio of major construction projects in the electric utilities sector. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, project governance expertise, and the ability to manage cross-functional project teams. The ideal candidate will play a key role in project performance reporting, financial forecasting, and communication with senior leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field
• Experience with Primavera P6, including use of dependencies, cost loading, resource loading, and resource leveling
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in utility construction or large-scale infrastructure projects
• Proficiency in project scheduling and financial analysis, including accruals and forecasting

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with SAP
• Familiarity with Unifier, ProjectWise, or similar project management systems
• PMP or comparable certification
• Proven leadership and ownership mindset
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance focus
• Interest in mentoring and professional development
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Willing to travel 25% of the time

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6
• Define work breakdown structures, dependencies, resource allocations, and baselines
• Prepare financial forecasts and cash flow projections using SAP
• Support project managers with business cases, budget tracking, and contingency management
• Track and analyze project performance metrics for cost and schedule variance
• Prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and visualizations for management review
• Manage accruals, financial tracking, and cost validation activities
• Support contract administration and change order processes
• Create streamlined presentations for senior management
• Facilitate project meetings, ensuring timely follow-up on key deliverables
• Maintain documentation in compliance with governance and audit standards
• Identify and assess project risks, escalating potential impacts to leadership as needed
• Provide clear, data-driven updates to executives and stakeholders
• Maintain accurate project documentation, meeting minutes, and action logs

Benefits

• Profit-sharing program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees