Project Controls Senior Analyst - Mission Critical

 

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

 

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

 

Company : B&V Special Projects Corp.

Req Id : 114452

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

 

Why Black & Veatch?

 

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401k match and benefits that start day one.

 

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

 

The Opportunity

The Project Controls Senior Analyst - Mission Critical is a senior level position assigned to a role within Mission Critical business working on cost and schedule.   

•  Prior experience in federal government contracting (GovCon) or complex industries like aerospace, defense, and large-scale infrastructure is highly valued. 
• Contract Type Familiarity: Proven history managing cost-reimbursable contracts (CPFF, CPIF) alongside Fixed Price (FFP) and Time & Materials (T&M) is essential.  
• Under general supervision, competently performs all aspects of planning/scheduling, cost analysis, and field project assignments according to training, capability and experience
• Provides some guidance to less experienced project controls personnel
• Has project team supervisory responsibilities

 

Regulatory and Compliance Expertise: 

• FAR & CAS Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) to ensure allowable and allocable cost tracking. 
• Audit Readiness: Experience preparing for DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) audits and managing incurred cost submissions. 
• GAAP Compliance: Applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for revenue recognition and billing.  

Technical and Analytical Skills: 

• Project Performance Metrics: Expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) principles (ANSI/EIA-748) and variance analysis to track progress against baselines. 
• Financial Modeling: Ability to develop Estimates at Completion (EAC), expenditure forecasts, and budget corrections. 

Software Proficiency: 

• ERP Systems: Hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint, SAP, or Oracle. 
• Scheduling Tools: Proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. 
• Data Analysis: Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.  

Key Responsibilities

Leads a Project Controls (PJC) function or a team of PJC professionals and able to positively influence internal and external clients. Achieves a high level of forecasting accuracy. Proactive in addressing and escalating issues. Leads proposal efforts.

Cost:

• Leads cost control team on complex projects through all aspects including cost reporting and forecasting, quantity tracking, change management, and risk analysis.
• Addresses contractual requirements related to cost control, including reviewing contract language and providing feedback.

Planning/Scheduling:

• Leads project controls schedule team in all planning and scheduling efforts, including float analysis, earned value, startup planning, and constructability.
• As required by the business unit, expert in scheduling forensics. 
• Addresses contractual requirements related to schedule, including reviewing contract language and providing feedback.
• As required by the business unit, expert in scheduling forensics.

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