Sr. Project Controls Analyst (GBA) at TD Thornton

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Electric Utilities, ConstructionIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Three plus years of work experience in utility construction
Experience with project scheduling and financial analysis, including financial accruals
Good verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Input financial forecast data and provide analysis using software like SAP and Primavera P6
Create and maintain project schedules—define activities, work breakdown structures, predecessors, successors, resources, and baselines
Support project manager in preparation of business cases, contingency releases, and management of project budgets within established project governance rules
Develop, monitor, and update cash flow projections
Analyze and report on variances for project cost and schedule
Create and maintain Excel-like spreadsheets for reporting and analysis
Measure the progress of activities and milestones in project schedules
Assist with the execution and administration of contracts, process change orders, and validate and perform accruals
Support meetings or calls with project team members and stakeholders
Support project manager in holding team members accountable to action items
Prepare and present timely updates to project manager, analyst supervisor, and senior management
Keep all stakeholders informed of project developments through meeting minutes, action logs, and status reports
Support the project team in identifying, resolving, and tracking risks
Escalate risks and issues to find ways to keep projects on schedule and on budget

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SAPPrimavera P6Project SchedulingWork Breakdown StructureCost Variance AnalysisSchedule Variance AnalysisCash Flow ProjectionsBudget ManagementEarned Value ManagementProject Governance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work location and arrangement for this role?

The position is located in the San Jose Area, CA, with a hybrid schedule requiring 1 day per week mandatory in the office.

What software skills are required for this position?

Proficiency in SAP and Primavera P6 is required for inputting financial forecast data and analysis, along with Excel-like spreadsheets for reporting.

What are the main responsibilities of the Sr. Project Controls Analyst?

Responsibilities include controlling scope, cost, and schedule for large construction projects, creating and maintaining project schedules, analyzing variances, supporting contract execution, and communicating updates to senior management.

Does the company emphasize teamwork?

Yes, the company values teamwork and welcomes applicants who truly enjoy it, with a strong on-boarding and training program to set people up for success.

What backgrounds make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates have backgrounds in engineering, construction management, business analytics, scheduling, or project management, plus experience managing cross-functional teams and using cutting-edge project management methodologies.