Facilities Project Controls Analyst (South Plainfield)

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Location : South Plainfield, New Jersey (Hybrid, 3 days / week in-office, with site travel as needed)

Position Type : Full-Time

About Us

CARIAN is a leading, women-owned, purpose-driven consulting and advisory firm dedicated to the power, renewables, and utilities sectors. We partner with top electric and gas utilities to navigate complex challenges, deliver transformative results, and shape a more resilient and sustainable energy future through innovative, strategic solutions.

Position Overview

CARIAN is seeking a Facilities Project Controls Analyst to support corporate real estate facilities construction projects. The role will focus on project controls, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience as a Project Cost Engineer or Project Accountant , with a focus on supporting project delivery, financial tracking, reporting, and preparing executive presentations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating the annual Capital & O&M cost plan for facilities projects.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including variance analysis and journal entries.
• Oversee invoice management for contractors, ensuring timely and accurate processing and reconciliation with project budgets.
• Track and forecast project costs and monthly spend, providing regular updates to project teams and leadership.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to project costs, schedule delays, and scope changes.
• Prepare presentations and reports for project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and clients to ensure all project deliverables meet quality, timeline, and cost expectations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and project efficiency through financial analysis.
• Track and report project performance, ensuring alignment with schedules and budgets.
• Ensure adherence to company standards, industry regulations, and safety protocols in all project documentation and execution.
• Coordinate with contractors and internal teams to ensure project scope, cost, and timeline adherence.
• Support ad-hoc reporting and analysis for decision-making.

Qualifications

Desired (Not Required)

Why CARIAN?

Purpose-driven work Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities.

Industry reputation Trusted by leading utilities for reliability and results.

Career growth Opportunities to take on leadership roles in engineering and program management.

Collaborative culture Join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships.

Competitive total rewards Competitive pay, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work.

CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any legally protected class.

As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, CARIAN is committed to providing employment opportunities to women, veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

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