Project Controls Analyst Hybrid (8 Openings)

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 31-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity please contact one of our Talent Specialists
Amit at
Arun Kumar at

Lavanya at

Job Title: Project Controls Analyst - Hybrid (8 Openings)

Duration: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Location: Chicago IL

Onsite: Tuesday - Thursday

Shuttle service is provided from train stations.

Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.

Description:

The Project Controls Cost Analyst is responsible for providing financial oversight cost tracking and analysis to support the successful delivery of capital construction projects. This role ensures that project budgets forecasts and expenditures are accurately maintained and reported supporting effective decision-making and compliance with capital construction governance and financial controls.

Key Areas of Responsibility
Financial Oversight Develop monitor and maintain project cost baselines budgets and forecasts in coordination with Project Managers and the Central Project Controls team.
Cost Tracking and Analysis Track actual costs commitments and accruals; analyze cost variances and trends; and identify potential overruns or savings opportunities.
Reporting and Forecasting Prepare regular cost reports dashboards and variance analyses for project and program leadership to support governance and performance tracking.
Governance and Compliance Ensure all financial activities align with PMO cost control procedures reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
Cross-Functional Coordination Collaborate with Finance Engineering Supply Chain and Construction to ensure cost data is accurate up to date and fully integrated with scheduling and project controls systems.
Risk Management Identify financial risks forecast deviations and anomalies early and recommend corrective actions to maintain cost control and budget adherence.
Earned Value Management Support integration of cost and schedule data to produce earned value metrics and performance indices that reflect project health.
Change Management Support Evaluate cost impacts associated with scope changes contractor claims and field modifications ensuring proper documentation and approval.
Audit and Governance Support Participate in audits financial reviews and governance meetings to ensure accountability and transparency across all financial processes.
Continuous Improvement Contribute to the enhancement of cost control tools templates and procedures promoting efficiency accuracy and standardization across the PRP.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Engineering Construction Management or related field;
3 5 years in cost control project controls or financial management in utilities energy or infrastructure.
Experience in regulated industries preferred.
In lieu of education requirements 7-10 years work experience is acceptable.

Skills and Knowledge

Strong understanding of cost control principles budgeting forecasting and variance analysis.
Familiarity with PMO governance and earned value management.
Proficient in cost management systems (SAP Maximo Estimating Tool) and scheduling tools (Primavera P6).
Skilled in financial reporting and risk identification.
Effective communicator with technical teams executives and regulators.
Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback from Project Managers Finance and leadership.
Financial oversight cost tracking and analysis project base lines cost variations and trends
Candidate must have Primavera P6 SAP and Maximo
Must have experience in energy utility or infrastructure or a highly regulated industry.
Must have good communication skills and previous experience with cross functional teams.

About us:

DivIHN the IT Asset Performance Services organization provides Professional Consulting Custom Projects and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization Specialization and Collaboration.

DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race color religion (creed) gender gender expression age national origin (ancestry) disability marital status sexual orientation or military status.

For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity please contact one of our Talent Specialists Amit at Arun Kumar at Lavanya at Job Title: Project Controls Analyst - Hybrid (8 Openings) Duration: 12 Months with possibility of extension Location: Chicago IL Onsite: Tuesday - T...