Sr. Project Controls Analyst (GBA)

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Project Controls Analyst

Sector : Electric Utilities

Seniority : Mid–Senior

Location : San Jose Area, CA

Work Type : Hybrid (1 day per week in office)

About TD Thornton

TD Thornton is a leading consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. Since 2005, we have partnered with organizations to deliver high-impact results through strategic consulting and staff augmentation. Whether serving as part of a contractor’s team or representing the owner, our mission is to help clients mitigate risk and achieve successful project outcomes across complex infrastructure and construction programs.

As a certified woman-owned and minority-owned business, we value inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning. Our structured onboarding and training programs empower our people to succeed and advance their careers in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

Position Overview

TD Thornton is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Controls Analyst to oversee cost, schedule, and scope management across a portfolio of major construction projects in the electric utilities sector. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, project governance expertise, and the ability to manage cross-functional project teams. The ideal candidate will play a key role in project performance reporting, financial forecasting, and communication with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Scheduling

Develop, monitor, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6

Define work breakdown structures, dependencies, resource allocations, and baselines

Prepare financial forecasts and cash flow projections using SAP

Support project managers with business cases, budget tracking, and contingency management

Cost Control and Analysis

Track and analyze project performance metrics for cost and schedule variance

Prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and visualizations for management review

Manage accruals, financial tracking, and cost validation activities

Execution and Oversight

Support contract administration and change order processes

Create streamlined presentations for senior management

Facilitate project meetings, ensuring timely follow-up on key deliverables

Maintain documentation in compliance with governance and audit standards

Risk Management and Communication

Identify and assess project risks, escalating potential impacts to leadership as needed

Provide clear, data-driven updates to executives and stakeholders

Maintain accurate project documentation, meeting minutes, and action logs

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field

Minimum of 3 years of experience in utility construction or large-scale infrastructure projects

Proficiency in project scheduling and financial analysis, including accruals and forecasting

Experience with Primavera P6

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency with SAP

Familiarity with Unifier, ProjectWise, or similar project management systems

PMP or comparable certification

Proven leadership and ownership mindset

Strong attention to detail and quality assurance focus

Interest in mentoring and professional development

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Willing to travel 25% of the time

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range : $140,000 – $160,000 annually

Profit-sharing program

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement and paid parental leave