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Project Controls Sr Analyst - Mission Critical Cost

Date:  Aug 25, 2026
Location: 

Overland Park, KS, US Phoenix, AZ, US Houston, TX, US Orlando, FL, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Tualatin, OR, US Bloomington, MN, US Cary, NC, US Ann Arbor, MI, US

Company:  Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

 

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.  

 

Company : B&V Special Projects Corp.  

Req Id : 116716 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

 

Why Black & Veatch?

 

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

 

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

 

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

 

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

 

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

As the Project Controls Sr Analyst, you will have the opportuntiy to:

 

  • Work in a senior level position assigned to a role within Mission Critical business working on cost
  • Under general supervision, competently perform all aspects of planning/scheduling, cost analysis, and earned value management according to training, capability and experience.
  • Provide some guidance to less experienced project controls personnel

The Team

The Black & Veatch Federal Business is grounded in history and engineering the future. We have 100+ years of experience supporting the Federal government and are dedicated to employing talented and passionate professionals. Our vision is to be the greatest infrastructure solutions provider delivering top tier and high-quality design and engineering services to the Federal government. Our primary areas of focus include: Architecture/Engineering (A/E) and Classified Design Services, Construction Designer of Record (DOR) Services, Environmental Services, and Integrated (multi subcontract) Services. 

 

Typical client base includes Department of Defense (DOD), United States Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) and many private companies in the Federal arena where Black & Veatch frequently teams for project execution in joint venture (JV) roles or utilizes a sub/prime contracting arrangement. 

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrates the capability of leading the project control function of a project and able to influence internal and external clients.  Lead facilitator of project forecasts. Recognizes issues and advises project team or JV partners on matters affecting project execution.  Supports proposal efforts.   


Cost: 

  • Leads project cost controls team to prepare baseline cost deliverables. 
  • Leads and analyses monthly/quarterly reports. 
  • Leads quantity mgmt reporting. 
  • Leads change mgmt program. 
  • Applies key scheduling processes.

Management Responsibilities

Acts in capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience in federal government contracting (GovCon) or complex industries like aerospace, defense, and large-scale infrastructure is highly valued. 
  • Four-year Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management. 

Contract Type Familiarity: 

  • Proven history managing cost-reimbursable contracts (CPFF, CPIF) alongside Fixed Price (FFP) and Time & Materials (T&M) is essential. 

Regulatory and Compliance Expertise: 

  • FAR & CAS Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) to ensure allowable and allocable cost tracking. 
  • Audit Readiness: Experience preparing for DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) audits and managing incurred cost submissions. 
  • GAAP Compliance: Applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for revenue recognition and billing.  

Technical and Analytical Skills: 

  • Project Performance Metrics: Expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) principles (ANSI/EIA-748) and variance analysis to track progress against baselines. 
  • Financial Modeling: Ability to develop Estimates at Completion (EAC), expenditure forecasts, and budget corrections. 

Software Proficiency: 

  • ERP Systems: Hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint, SAP, or Oracle. 
  • InEight software experience preferred Analysis: Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.  

 

 

Assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Four-year Bachelor's degree with six or more years of relevant Cost Control of Planning & Scheduling experience OR no four-year Bachelor's degree required with eight years or more of relevant Cost Control or Planning & Scheduling experience in Home Office or Field Office. 
  • All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

  • May involve fieldwork. Sitting, talking, grasping, hearing, keyboard input, seeing, writing, reaching, climbing, kneeling, stooping, crouching, walking and standing for extended periods of time. 
  • Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

PJC: Project Control

Compensation Transparency

In accordance with local requirements, the annual compensation ranges for this role are listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. 

 

State of Colorado: $108,262 - $162,371

State of Minnesota: $103,341 - $154,991

Job Grade

016

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

 

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

 

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

 

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

 

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

 

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

 

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