Sr. Project Controls Finance Analyst

Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward, delivering quality, forward-thinking solutions for the power grid. We build careers by empowering our team to grow and thrive.

Why Ampirical?

• Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000 (varies by experience, education, qualifications, and office location)
• Annual bonus opportunity equivalent to 10-20% of salary
• Day-one benefits: medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• 120+ hours of PTO plus 10 paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule: every other Friday off and hybrid options
• Career development: advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
• Perks: gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

About the PMO Department

The Engineering PMO Department provides structure and oversight for Ampirical’s engineering teams, ensuring high-quality power delivery projects. The department manages scope, schedule, budget, and risk while maintaining compliance with contractual, regulatory, and industry standards. It serves as a central hub for coordination, communication, and project controls, driving consistency and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis across multiple engineering projects, including budgets, forecasts, and earned value reporting
• Develop and manage engineering budgets, work breakdown structures, portfolio forecasts, and cash flow models
• Review project cost and schedule performance, identify deviations, and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain accurate project data in the ERP system and build advanced dashboards and reports in Power BI
• Evaluate and document subcontractor claims, change requests, disputes, and cost modifications while mitigating financial and contractual risk
• Translate awarded bids into detailed project budgets, ensuring alignment between scope, assumptions, and cost structure
• Apply statistical, trend, and variance analysis to improve forecasting accuracy and decision-making
• Mentor team members on project financial management, reporting best practices, and analytical tools
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve schedule, scope, budget, and performance challenges
• Monitor client satisfaction and identify opportunities to enhance service delivery
• Lead peer review processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to quality standards
• Support continuous improvement of project control systems, tools, and procedural frameworks

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university and a minimum of 10 years of experience in project controls (preferably in the utility engineering industry), OR
• Associate’s degree from an accredited college/university and a minimum of 12 years of experience in project controls (preferably in the utility engineering industry), OR
• High school diploma/GED and a minimum of 12 years of experience in project controls (preferably in the utility engineering industry)
• Familiarity with P6 scheduling software (preferred)
• Experience in the utility engineering industry (preferred)

Skills

• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong skills in Word, PowerPoint, and ERP systems
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret complex data
• Proactive, inquisitive, and highly organized professional who thrives in both independent and collaborative environments