Project Controls Analyst III

Position Overview

United Global Technologies is seeking a Project Controls Analyst III to support West Valley Cleanup Alliance on the West Valley Demonstration Project. The analyst will provide project controls support to ensure compliant Earned Value Management System (EVMS) reporting. This includes resource estimating, variance analysis, accurate estimate-to-complete (ETC) forecasting, and reviewing and approving proposed purchase requisitions and the related vendor invoices.

The analyst supports the development and execution of project and functional planning. This means maintaining and monitoring performance baselines within the company’s approved processes for baselines, change control, performance analysis, estimate-at-completion (EAC) development, and accruals. The role may be standalone or combine Advanced Project Controls Analyst tasks, Project Controls and EVMS programmatic functions, and Cost Account Manager (CAM) responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide project controls support to ensure compliant EVMS reporting
• Develop resource estimates and perform variance analysis on cost and schedule performance
• Prepare accurate ETC and EAC forecasts
• Maintain and monitor performance baselines in line with approved change control processes
• Develop and manage accruals
• Review and approve proposed purchase requisitions and the related vendor invoices
• As a CAM, manage annual project budgets of up to $5M in total
• Monitor budgeted resources and other direct costs within assigned control accounts to keep costs within the authorized budget
• Complete a full analysis and explanation whenever positive or negative variances occur

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in business, construction management, engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
• At least six years of related experience
• Experience in project management or project controls
• Strong analytical skills and experience with cost management and scheduling software
• Proficiency in cost and finance analysis, estimating, and reporting tools
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) requirements
• Strong background in planning, budget preparation, and basic scheduling techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft 365