Senior Project Controls Analyst

Lake Superior Consulting•Duluth, MN

1d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Sr Project Controls Analyst to join our team!The Project Controls Analyst will work directly with one of our key clients. The Senior Project Controls Analyst is responsible for monitoring and analyzing construction project budgets, schedules, and progress. This role involves gathering and interpreting data from multiple sources, generating reports, and providing insights to project managers to ensure the project stays on track and within budget.

Requirements

Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions.
Proficiency in Project Management Software: Expertise in scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and other project controls tools.
Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting.
Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate project status updates and analysis to project managers and stakeholders.
Attention to Detail: Ensure data accuracy and consistency in all project control activities.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with construction methods, project phases, and relevant industry standards.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
Relevant experience in construction project controls, preferably with project management experience.
In-depth knowledge of Power BI functionalities, including Power Query, Power Pivot, and DAX.
Professional certifications, such as Project Management Professional (PMP).

Responsibilities

Data Collection and Analysis: Gather data on project costs, labor hours, material and equipment usage, and project milestones from sources such as timecards, purchase orders, and project management software.
Cost Control: Track project expenditures against the budget, identify cost variances, and perform cost analysis to forecast future costs and potential overruns.
Schedule Management: Monitor project progress against the schedule, identify critical path activities, and analyze schedule delays to propose mitigation strategies.
Performance Metrics and Reporting: Prepare regular project status reports on overall project cost, schedule, and performance metrics, using Power BI for data transformation, visualization, and dashboard design.
Database Management: Maintain project data within a project management system, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
Forecasting: Develop project forecasts based on current performance, identifying potential issues and adjust project plans as necessary.
Change Order Management: Track and analyze change orders to assess their impact on project budget and schedule.
Risk Assessment: Identify potential project risks related to cost, schedule, and quality, and propose mitigation strategies.