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Project Controls Analyst

Stantec

Stantec

IT
Charleston, SC, USA
Posted on Jan 30, 2026

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

Join a team of project management specialists that’s passionate about achieving predictable project outcomes for clients and communities as we continue to set high standards for performance, innovation, and service. We help solve project challenges using formal and strategic project management processes, enabled by project management technology. Our professionals focus on managing program activities, expectations, and risk, while leading, supporting, and/or advising clients throughout all stages of the project life cycle. The ongoing success of our team allows you to set the pace of your career. This is the place where great ideas and rewarding careers call home.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking an entry level Project Controls Analyst with knowledge of basic cost controls related to Project Management. In the capacity of Project Controls Analyst, you will be a key point of contact with numerous stakeholders, both internal and external to the project.

Our Infrastructure Practice at Stantec advances our communities by way of large projects executed for public and private clients alike. These projects include the support of integrated Project Controls Analysts who provide schedule, budget, billing support & management dashboard development using PowerBI during project execution.

Your Key Responsibilities- Invoicing support of Project Managers & their projects financial health. Client specific forms to be learned & utilized to invoice timely as well as to the contract agreement.

  • Monitor & Controlling Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) to minimize financial interest impacts to the Business Center’s (BC) bottom line.

  • Run reports & update Power BI dashboards for project specific analytics and to inform Project Managers of trends analysis as well potential financial impacts.

  • Support monthly financial updates (forecasts) with Project Managers in our Earned Value Management tools.

  • Project Controls support (cost and schedule) for project managers in the delivery and execution of projects through Earned Value Management processes on a portfolio of projects ranging in size.

  • Analyze and provide feedback on trends and impacts to projects costs and schedule.

  • Manage project forecasts to minimize impacts to the BC financials period over period, with the goal of avoiding peaks & valleys from one period to the next.

  • Assist in the preparation of project performance reports on a portfolio of projects which include Earned Value metrics, variance reports and technical information received from Project Managers.

  • Prepare rolling forecast of staff requirements for various projects based on scope of work, input from project managers and other project controls staff; analyze and provide proactive feedback.

  • Change Management: assist in preparation of project change notices, change orders, and maintain change order log. Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REA) as required on projects/contract agreements.

Your Capabilities and Credentials- Knowledge of Project Management, Earned Value Management techniques and processes with a strong focus in data analytics, cost analysis, financial forecasting and project scheduling.

  • Knowledge of scheduling software (including Primavera P6 & Microsoft Project).

  • Knowledge of data visualization software (including Microsoft PowerBI or Tableau).

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with clients, contractors, and staff at all levels.

  • In-person 3 times a week (preferred) to partner with Project Managers & Business Center leadership.

Education and Experience- Bachelor’s degree in the field of business administration, management, finance, economics, marketing, mathematics, data analytics or another relevant technical field.

  • Minimum of 1-3 years of supporting project teams, project managers & business leaders.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | NC | Raleigh
Organization: 1710 Transpt-US Carolinas-Raleigh NC
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 29/01/2026 10:01:22
Req ID: 1004017

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.