Project Controls Analyst - 6+ years experience

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AECOM is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to be based in our Honolulu office.  The Project Controls Analyst will be skilled in the use of company cornerstone systems and able to represent cost data formats necessary to control the project.  

The Project Controls Analyst will support a wide variety of high profile projects, typically in the 1 to 2 Million Dollar range.  A background with design and construction projects is well suited for this role.  Project Controls Analysts work closely with Project Managers providing cost analysis, cost reconciliation, proposal support, contract / subcontract administration and various reporting. 

In addition, the Project Controls Analyst:

• Understands financial terminology and measures and recognizes the financial impact of various project actions.  
• Participates in analyzing and using financial data to identify key project issues. 
• May assist in leading junior staff through assignment tasks.  
• Participates in tracking action items.  
• Able to use drawings and specifications in the establishment of project baseline data.  
• Knowledgeable of accounting principles with extensive understanding of the manner in which the company establishes and documents the financial position.  
• Prepares revised cost forecast for select accounts. 
• Prepares analysis of progress trends and cost impact. May participate in reviewing and approving contractor invoices.  
• Works hands on with earned value monitoring.
• Evaluates manpower, labor hour, and labor cost requirements versus budget limitations including preparation of variance analysis.  
• Compares actual cost to funding limitations. Prepares expenditure forecasts to identify critical points in project funding. 
• Reviews purchase order and subcontract commitments and expenditures. Maintains tracking database to insure that subcontractor funding is aligned with work authorization and expenditures.  
• Understands the manner in which profits on projects are budgeted and the extent to which the budget value is achieved.  
• Possesses the knowledge of scope control and change management. Involved in the tracking system to insure that project management is fully aware of detailed change order status.
• Creates and assists with cost/schedule baseline budgets.
• Familiar with basic cost/schedule integration and basic critical path analysis and other rescheduling concepts. 
• Conducts or assists in performance measurement and associated cost trending.  
• Prepares and assists in various levels of project reporting.
• Participates in and may lead project cost review meetings.
• Assists in procedure development and implementation.

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Due to the nature of the projects, US Citizenship is required

Preferred Requirements

• 10+ years experience with project financial analysis
• Experience with Workbench, Oracle and/or Salesforce
• Advanced skills in Excel.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Relocation is not available for this position.

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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. 

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