Project Controls Analyst III

AECOM is seeking a Project Analyst III to join our Waterloo Iowa team supporting a diverse portfolio of projects across our Aviation Transportation and Water business lines. This role will support projects ranging from transportation infrastructure bridges and structures and aviation facilities to water and other complex infrastructure programs.

The Project Analyst III will serve as a key resource to Project Managers and Operations Leaders by managing project financial information forecasting analyzing performance and identifying trends and risks. The successful candidate will be highly analytical detail-oriented and comfortable working across multiple financial project management scheduling and reporting platforms. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to QA/QC of project documentation and financial data are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project controls and financial activities from project setup through closeout including budgeting forecasting cost tracking reporting and financial analysis.
• Establish and maintain project budgets work breakdown structures (WBS) cost baselines and project controls systems.
• Monitor project budgets expenditures commitments revenue profitability and cash flow identifying trends variances and potential risks.
• Develop and maintain monthly project forecasts including estimates at completion (EAC) labor hours costs and revenue.
• Analyze project cost schedule progress and performance data and provide recommendations to Project Managers and Operations Leaders.
• Support earned value management progress measurement change management contingency tracking and risk analysis.
• Perform QA/QC of project financial information reports documentation and data across multiple systems and platforms.
• Coordinate and review monthly project billing including contract terms approved rates expenses subcontractor costs and project progress.
• Track purchase orders subconsultant and subcontractor commitments expenditures and outstanding invoices.
• Prepare project financial reports forecasts and management summaries for project and operational leadership.
• Collaborate with Project Managers Operations Leaders and finance teams across Aviation Transportation Bridges and Structures and Water projects.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS  4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in project controls project accounting financial management scheduling or a related role.
• Experience supporting engineering construction infrastructure or other professional services projects.
• Demonstrated experience using project financial systems and project management and reporting platforms.
• Working knowledge of project controls principles including WBS cost and schedule baselines forecasting earned value progress measurement and change management.
• Strong attention to detail with experience performing QA/QC of financial information project documentation reports and data across multiple systems.
• Working knowledge of project revenue cost billing purchase orders subcontract commitments and accounts receivable processes.
• Strong organizational analytical communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and demonstrated ability to effectively use multiple project controls financial scheduling and reporting platforms.

Additional Information :

• Visa / Work sponsorship is not available for this role.

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time