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Project Controls Analysts managing schedules, cost baselines, and earned value on large infrastructure or energy projects qualify as H-1B specialty occupations when the role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Many EPC firms, federal contractors, and capital-project owners have active H-1B filing histories.
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Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Project Controls Analyst in New York, NY.
Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare project financials by creating detailed invoices, tracking budgets for contracts, and updating Estimates at Completion (EACs) to deliver accurate expenditure forecasts, enabling proactive cost management and budget adherence
- Produce detailed financial monitoring reports aligned with Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), tracking cost performance and identifying potential variances early to support effective project lifecycle management
- Efficiently onboard subcontractors for projects, streamlining document review
- Serve as project controller for projects to oversee project control activities, ensuring effective monitoring, reporting, and coordination to support successful project execution
- Coordinate subconsultants procurements including purchases orders, change orders, closeouts, and submissions
- Prepare and submit quarterly Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) compliance reports, aligning with project and regulatory requirements to meet all reporting obligations
- Oversee insurance documentation for company and subcontractors, ensuring full compliance with risk management and contractual requirements
- Develop and maintain interactive dashboards to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs), financial trends, and project milestones, empowering senior management with data-driven decision-making tools
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering and Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field of study and 3 years of experience as a Project Controls Analyst, Project Engineer, Project Controller, or related occupation.
Alternatively, the employer will accept a Master's degree in Construction Engineering and Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field of study with 1 year of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
Position requires experience in the following:
- Submittal Management
- Estimate at Completion (EAC)
- Equipment & Material Procurement
- Project controls and procurement
- Forecasting and variance analysis
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Shop Drawing review
- Primavera P6
- Bluebeam
- BIM 360
- Navisworks
- MS Visio
- Tableau
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Project Controls Analyst
Document your degree's direct relevance
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to project controls work. A degree in industrial engineering, construction management, or systems engineering maps cleanly. If yours is broader, gather syllabi and transcripts showing coursework in scheduling, cost analysis, or project management.
Target EPC and federal contractor employers
Engineering, procurement, and construction firms and defense contractors file H-1B petitions for project controls roles far more consistently than general employers. Search LCA disclosure data on Migrate Mate to identify which companies have filed for this specific occupation code before approaching recruiters.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer letter so you can negotiate from an informed position.
Confirm your role meets specialty occupation standards
Pull the O*NET profile for Project Controls Analyst and note the job zone and education requirements. If a posting says a degree is preferred rather than required, that framing can weaken the H-1B petition. Ask hiring managers to confirm the role requires a specific bachelor's degree.
Ask about premium processing during offer negotiation
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months. USCIS offers premium processing for a guaranteed 15-business-day decision. Raise this during offer negotiation, not after signing, so the employer can build it into the hiring timeline and budget before the petition is filed.
Understand the cap-exempt employer option
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and certain research institutions are exempt from the H-1B lottery cap. Project controls roles exist at these organizations on major construction programs. Pursuing a cap-exempt employer means your petition can be filed and adjudicated at any time without waiting for the annual lottery.
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Find Project Controls Analyst JobsProject Controls Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Controls Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as engineering, construction management, industrial engineering, or a closely related discipline. USCIS evaluates whether the degree requirement is genuine and field-specific, not just a general bachelor's in any subject. Job postings that list the degree as preferred rather than required can complicate the petition, so it's worth confirming the requirement with the employer before filing.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for project controls professionals?
EPC firms, oil and gas operators, power and utilities companies, defense contractors, and large construction management firms are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for project controls roles. Federal contractors working on capital infrastructure programs often have dedicated immigration support infrastructure. You can filter by LCA filing history for this occupation on Migrate Mate to identify employers with a documented track record.
What SOC code is typically used for Project Controls Analyst H-1B petitions?
Employers most commonly file under SOC 13-1082 (Project Management Specialists) or 17-2112 (Industrial Engineers), depending on how the role is structured and the employer's legal counsel. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage tier that applies to your petition. You can verify current wage levels for your specific metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my job search timeline as a project controls candidate?
Cap-subject H-1B registrations open in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, your employer needs to file before your OPT expires or you'll need a cap-gap extension to bridge the gap. Some project controls employers, particularly those in higher education or nonprofit research settings, are cap-exempt and can file year-round. Factor this timeline into your negotiations and start the sponsorship conversation early in the process.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new project controls employer mid-project?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for approval, provided your previous petition was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition reflecting the new role, location, and prevailing wage. Project controls work that spans multiple job sites may also require amended petitions if the primary worksite changes materially.
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