Project Controls Analyst

About the role

MasTec Civil is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to support the planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and reporting functions for construction projects. This role ensures accurate financial tracking, schedule performance monitoring, and data-driven decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling & Planning:
  • Develop, update, and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
  • Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks.
  • Track schedule performance and provide recovery plans when needed.
  • Support baseline schedule development and time impact analyses.
• Cost Control & Forecasting:
  • Conduct weekly cost review meetings with project teams to verify quantities, cost reporting accuracy, and budget alignment.
  • Identify required Job Cost Adjustments (JCAs), phase maintenance updates, and cost reallocations.
  • Track project budgets, commitments, and actual costs.
  • Enter budget adjustments in Viewpoint/Oracle.
  • Prepare cost forecasts and variance analysis reports.
  • Monitor subcontractor progress and payment applications.
  • Affiliate in change order pricing, tracking, and impact analysis.
• Change Management Review:
  • Review Change Order Requests (CORs/PCOs) for validity and completeness.
  • Ensure Pending Change Orders (PCOs) are actively managed and converted to Approved Change Orders (ACOs) in a timely manner.
  • Review change orders prior to system interface for proper documentation, DOA compliance, and financial accuracy.
  • Analyze change order impact on cost, schedule, and margin.
• Reporting & Performance Monitoring:
  • Prepare weekly and monthly project control reports.
  • Maintain earned value analysis (EVM) metrics.
  • Develop dashboards and KPIs for executive review.
  • Support DSO tracking and revenue forecasting when applicable.
  • Document UCOs per job each month.
• Risk & Compliance:
  • Identify potential cost and schedule risks.
  • Assist in claims documentation and delay analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with contract requirements (e.g., FDOT, public agency reporting).
• Data Management:
  • Maintain accurate project cost codes and WBS structures.
  • Support ERP system integration (e.g., Viewpoint, Procore, SAP).
  • Ensure data integrity across scheduling and accounting platforms.
• Job Setup & Budget Management:
  • Ensure each new job setup follows company standards and procedures to allow for accurate job costing and reporting.
  • Review and interface project budgets to confirm alignment with bid-time data, including cost, profit, and contingency.
  • Validate cost code structures, WBS, and phase allocations prior to project launch.
  • Ensure proper delegation of authority (DOA) compliance for budget and change approvals.
• Project Manager Oversight & Process Compliance:
  • Ensure project teams adhere to company project controls policies and procedures.
  • Provide training and guidance to Project Managers and field staff on cost reporting, forecasting, and billing best practices.
  • Serve as a resource to operations teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience: 3–7 years of experience in construction project controls, scheduling, or cost engineering. Experience on commercial, heavy civil, or infrastructure projects preferred. Experience with public agency projects (FDOT, municipal, federal) a plus.
• Technical Skills: Primavera P6 (preferred) or MS Project, Advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial modeling), Viewpoint, Oracle or similar ERP systems, Understanding of CPM scheduling and earned value methodology.
• Core Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Detail-oriented with high accuracy, Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, Strong communication skills (written and verbal), Ability to work cross-functionally with project managers and accounting.
• Preferred Certifications: PMI-SP or PMP, AACE (CCP or PSP), OSHA 30