Senior Level Project Controls Analyst Jobs
Senior level project controls analyst jobs place experienced professionals in charge of cost forecasting, schedule integrity, and the control frameworks that keep major programs on track. Roles cover Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Banking & Financial Services, with 50% offering remote or hybrid arrangements and employers like Black & Veatch, Altruist Corporation, and Primoris Services Corporation hiring at this level now.
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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend are seeking an ambitious Senior Project Controls Analyst to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successful client delivery. This individual will assist in leading project controls services for major client accounts and will help with wider business initiatives if needed.
This is a hybrid role, requiring onsite presence a few days per week to support client and team collaboration. Candidates must be based in or willing to commute to Chandler, AZ.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive project control strategies, processes, and procedures to optimize project performance and ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and KPIs.
- Create detailed project schedules using industry-standard project management software, considering critical path analysis, resource allocation, and dependencies.
- Monitor and analyze project progress against established baselines, identifying deviations, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Take proactive measures to mitigate risks and address issues promptly.
- Conduct regular project status meetings with stakeholders, providing accurate and timely reports on project performance, including schedule adherence, cost variance, earned value, and risk assessment.
- Provide expert advice and recommendations on project control best practices, including cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management.
- Develop and implement change management processes to assess and manage project scope changes, ensuring proper impact analysis, approval procedures, and documentation.
- Assist project teams in developing contingency plans, risk mitigation strategies, and recovery plans to address project challenges and ensure successful project outcomes.
- Support project managers in analyzing project data and generating reports to facilitate decision-making, identify trends, and provide insights into project performance.
- Train and mentor project team members on project control methodologies, tools, and techniques, fostering a culture of project control excellence within the organization.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in project controls, and proactively apply this knowledge to enhance project management processes.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Project/Program specifications:
- Experience working with semiconductor and/or high-tech manufacturing clients.
- Experience with $1B+ Projects/Programs.
- Experience in Microsoft Power BI, SAP Financial & CPM, Hexagon Ecosys, Oracle Primavera Unifier
- Certifications in Power BI, PMP, Six Sigma, etc.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, accounting or finance or field related to construction.
- Graduate degree in quantity surveying, cost management, construction management, or engineering is preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience working in a project controls role in the construction industry.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- Strong understanding of project control principles, methodologies, and tools, including schedule development, cost control, risk management, and performance measurement.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex project data and provide meaningful insights and recommendations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced project environment.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and compliance frameworks relevant to the project domain.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to influence and motivate project teams towards achieving project control objectives.
Additional Information
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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Senior Level Project Controls Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level project controls analyst job?
Employers at this level expect demonstrated ownership of cost and schedule baselines on complex, multi-phase projects, not just task execution. Strong candidates show proficiency in Primavera P6 or equivalent scheduling tools, experience building earned value management systems from the ground up, and the ability to present control data to executive stakeholders. A history of mentoring junior analysts and driving process improvements across a project controls team gives applicants a clear edge.
Which companies hire senior level project controls analysts?
Companies hiring senior level project controls analysts right now include Black & Veatch, Altruist Corporation, and Primoris Services Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among large engineering and construction firms, government contractors, and energy companies managing long-horizon capital programs that require experienced oversight.
Are there remote senior level project controls analyst jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and project phase. About 50% of senior level project controls analyst openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the highest flexibility typically found in program reporting and analytics roles rather than field-based construction or capital project positions. Searching by work setting on Migrate Mate helps narrow results quickly.
What makes a project controls analyst role senior level?
Senior level roles go beyond maintaining schedules or tracking costs. They involve owning the project controls function end-to-end: establishing baselines, leading variance analysis, producing executive-level reporting, and advising project managers on corrective actions. Senior analysts are also expected to set standards, mentor analysts at earlier career stages, and often coordinate controls across multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously.
Which industries hire the most senior level project controls analysts?
Senior level project controls analyst roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive demand because they manage capital-intensive, long-duration projects where cost overruns and schedule slippage carry significant financial and regulatory consequences, making experienced controls leadership essential.