Project Controls Analyst

Project Controls Analyst

Tri-City Group is currently seeking a Project Controls Analyst for South Bend, IN. The Project Controls Analyst will support the financial and operational performance of large-scale construction projects. This role plays a key part in managing project data, maintaining schedules, and ensuring accurate reporting to help drive informed decision-making and minimize financial risk.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS/CBS)
• Implement and manage EVMS and Primavera P6 project schedules
• Perform weekly updates, reconciliations, and performance reporting (CPI, SPI, HPI)
• Track and report on change orders, EWOs, and subcontractor/vendor costs
• Support billing processes, SOVs, and financial reporting
• Audit billing documentation and monitor project cash flow and commitments
• Assist with subcontractor/vendor onboarding and project setup
• Train field teams on project controls systems (EVMS, P6, FDE)
• Provide ongoing analytical and administrative support to project teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of project controls or related experience
• Strong Excel skills
• Solid understanding of cost, schedule, and progress tracking
• Working knowledge of earned value, forecasting, and productivity metrics
• Experience maintaining key project logs (change, risk, quantities)
• Ability to develop and deliver weekly and monthly project reports
• Experience with electrical construction, mission-critical, hyperscale, or data center projects (preferred)

Candidates must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret project performance data and ensure accuracy across reporting systems. This includes a high level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. Candidates must also communicate effectively and collaborate across field teams, project management, accounting, and scheduling functions.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and reference check. Tri-City Group is an equal opportunity employer.