Project Controls Senior Analyst

Engie • Iowa City, IA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is part of the Campuses business within ENGIE’s Local Energy Infrastructure GBU, which develops and operates long-term partnerships with universities, medical centers, and other institutional customers. As a Project Controls Senior Analyst, you will join a self-managed team based at the University of Iowa campus, reporting to the Project Controls Manager. You will be responsible for financial reporting and evaluation of Capital Projects, working closely with the Capital Projects Director and leadership to ensure accurate, timely cost reporting for billing and budgets. Additionally, you will contribute to the development and submission of the Five-Year Plan to the university and key stakeholders across Major Partnerships. This role also involves collaborating with the Project Controls Director to create tools and KPIs that monitor, report, and improve financial health across partnership contracts and agreements. We’re looking for a driven, creative, and ambitious individual who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; professional certification such as CPA, CFA, CIMA, ACA, ACCA preferred; MBA is a plus, but not required
• Minimum five (5) years in accounting, finance, tax, or related disciplines; experience with construction contracting is preferred, but not a requirement
• Advanced analytical skills with proven ability to develop and utilize detailed Excel-based financial models
• Proficient knowledge of systems and automation tools, including Excel, Access, SAP, and SAC
• Familiarity with Operating & Maintenance Agreements and Concession Agreement frameworks
• Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to engage stakeholders and collaborate effectively across teams
• Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to multi-task, apply modern management tools, and drive process improvements
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 10% of the time and with the need for potential overnight travel
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Responsibilities

• Lead and Collaborate: Provide lateral leadership to capital projects teams—including program managers, engineering, and project administration—within a self-directed team structure
• Plan and Report: Oversee the update, consolidation, and delivery of the rolling Five-Year Plan for the Capital Project Program across university partnerships. Ensure all ENGIE teams follow proper planning and reporting processes to meet deadlines and maintain compliance with O&M and Concession Agreements
• Financial Oversight: Support and manage updates to Capital Project financial models, including monthly rolling forecasts, budgets, and medium-term plans. Oversee the consolidation and delivery of budgeting and forecasting processes to align with ENGIE’s planning and reporting cycle. Ensure timely, accurate reporting to management, shareholders, and authorities, including variance analysis monthly
• Develop Tools and Processes: Create and refine processes, tools, and KPIs to measure, analyze, and improve capital project performance and financial health
• Risk and Compliance: Identify main project economic and financial risks, recommend mitigation strategies and contingencies, and ensure adherence to company policies, governance standards, and audit requirements
• Finance and Guidance: Support the Project Controls Director on finance, corporate governance, and fiscal matters. Provide financial and reporting guidance to the Capital Project team throughout the purchase-to-pay process, including GL selection, commodity coding, and accounting impacts of Coupa/Maximo entries. Assist the accounting team during internal and external audits to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Stakeholder Engagement: Prepare presentations for management updates and maintain strong relationships with ENGIE subsidiaries, partners, and key stakeholders

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
• supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees