Project Controls Analyst Jobs in Texas
Project Controls Analyst jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in oil and gas, heavy construction, infrastructure, and aerospace with demand at every level from entry-level coordinator through senior analyst. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio anchor most of the hiring, where major employers like Bechtel, Fluor, and ExxonMobil maintain substantial project portfolios requiring dedicated controls professionals. The most in-demand specialties in Texas are earned value management, cost engineering, and schedule development for capital-intensive energy and industrial construction programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Title: Project Controls Analyst
Employee Classification: PMO Project Controls Analyst I
Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration
Division: SYS-Sys Facilities Plan & Constr
SubDivision-Department: SYS-Sys Fac Dev-Gen
Department: SYS-SIPC Staff Operations-952000
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility:
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The Office of Strategic Infrastructure, Planning, and Construction (SIPC) at the University of North Texas System (UNTS) seeks a Project Controls Analyst. The Project Controls Analyst supports the management and oversight of construction project data across the UNT System. This position maintains and updates project and financial information within the construction project management system, assists with data analysis and reporting, and provides technical support to ensure accurate and timely project information. The role works closely with the Project Controls team and reports to the Project Controls Manager.
Position Overview
This professional position is part of a team responsible for managing the collection, modeling, and analysis of extensive data, as well as developing analysis and reporting capabilities.
The Project Controls Analyst provides routine technical support in the day-to-day management of the construction project management system, which supports construction projects across all UNT System institutions. The position is responsible for maintaining and updating financial data within the system and providing accurate, timely information to support project management and reporting needs.
The primary focus of this position is to provide routine technical support for the assigned area while ensuring project and financial information is accurately maintained. The Project Controls Analyst reports to the Project Controls Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business management or closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in construction project administration; or any equivalent combination of experience, education or training.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of database management principles and best practices.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel.
- Knowledge of report development, data analysis, and reporting processes.
- Thorough understanding of project management processes and construction project data management.
- Thorough knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to follow complex processes and procedures while performing detailed work accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain complex records, collect, organize, and analyze data, and prepare accurate reports in established formats.
- Ability to effectively conceptualize, plan, prioritize, and organize multiple programs, projects, and assignments.
- Ability to work independently on complex and confidential tasks while exercising sound judgment, tact, and resourcefulness.
- Knowledge of applicable safety and security practices and precautions related to assigned duties.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three years of progressively responsible experience in data management and analysis.
- Previous experience managing and analyzing data within a public higher education institution or other State of Texas agency.
- Professional certifications or specialized training in areas related to business administration, data management, project management, or public institutions.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties
- Provides and conducts CPMS training for CPMS users throughout UNT System, including for planners, project managers, construction managers, administrative staff, vendors, contractors, and other users.
- Provides monitoring, troubleshooting and general maintenance of existing software systems.
- Prepare reports of key performance indicators, including graphical display and advanced spreadsheets.
- Collect, model, and analyze metrics, covering topics related to functional area.
- Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases.
- Improve data integrity and analytical reporting capacity: Identify, collect, and report on key performance indicators and meaningful metrics.
- Prepare budget analysis and other special reports used for internal controls and strategic decision making.
- Completes special assignments and projects, especially those related to project budgets and audit documentation requests.
- Reviews contract documents for all projects across all institutions.
- Reviews and processes invoices and pay applications for all projects, including creation and updating of pay application documentation. Manages payment dispute notification and resolution.
- Allocates and tracks all budget activity across multiple fund sources for System managed construction projects.
- Supports the design, creation, and continuous updates of construction project management software (CPMS).
- Responsible for and oversees development, maintenance, and revision of computer applications or systems including development of program specifications, writing, testing, and documentation.
- Follows all processes and workflows in CPMS for construction project management groups across all institutions (UNT System OFPC, UNT Denton Facilities, UNT Health Facilities, and UNT Dallas).
- Follows all flowchart process documentation for construction project management groups across all institutions (UNT System OFPC, UNT Denton Facilities, UNT Health Facilities, and UNT Dallas) and for other departments as they relate to construction project management (Procurement, Payments, Contracts, etc.).
Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls analyst jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 for schedule development and project monitoring
- Experience with earned value management and cost variance analysis
- Familiarity with oil and gas or heavy industrial capital project environments
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or AACE certification preferred by many Texas employers
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and project cost reporting tools
Project Controls Analyst Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls analyst in Texas?
Most Texas employers expect a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a quantitative field as the baseline. Texas does not require a state-issued license specific to project controls, but AACE International credentials such as the Certified Cost Technician or Certified Planning and Scheduling Professional are widely recognized by Houston energy firms and Dallas construction companies. Gaining experience on capital projects through internships with Texas-based EPC contractors is one of the most direct paths into the role.
How much do project controls analysts make in Texas?
Project controls analysts in Texas earn a median of about $98,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,460 for the lowest 10% to over $162,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project controls analysts in Texas?
Employers hiring project controls analysts in Texas right now include Primoris Services Corporation, Howard Energy Partners, and Citi, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of large-scale energy, petrochemical, and infrastructure programs means demand is consistent across both owner companies and engineering, procurement, and construction contractors headquartered in or operating extensively from Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth.
Which Texas cities have the most project controls analyst jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Texas have the most project controls analyst openings in Texas. Houston dominates because of its dense cluster of oil and gas operators, refineries, and EPC firms managing multibillion-dollar capital programs, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from large infrastructure, telecom, and corporate construction projects, and San Antonio contributes through its active military installation support and utility construction pipeline.
Are there remote project controls analyst jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're limited, since much of the work involves on-site coordination with construction teams and real-time schedule monitoring tied to physical project progress. About 36% of project controls analyst openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to focus on the reporting, forecasting, and data analysis portions of the role rather than hands-on field controls.
How can I get hired as a project controls analyst in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project controls coordinator or cost control assistant role at a large Texas EPC contractor, where firms like Bechtel, Jacobs, and Wood routinely hire new graduates into structured rotational or training programs. Completing an AACE student membership and earning the Certified Cost Technician credential while still in school signals commitment to Texas hiring managers. Lateral moves from estimating, scheduling assistant, or field engineering positions at Texas construction and energy companies also convert well into project controls analyst roles.
Where can I find and apply to project controls analyst jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to project controls analyst jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, and other metros. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the ones that match.
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