Junior Project Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

At Horwitz, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. For over 100 years, we’ve been a leader in HVAC, plumbing, electrical services, delivering exceptional service while fostering a supportive and innovative workplace. Joining our team means working with passionate professionals in a culture built on safety, accountability, professionalism, motivation, curiosity, and a can-do attitude.

We’re committed to your growth with training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities. Along with competitive benefits—you’ll be part of a company that values its employees and makes a positive impact in the community. Join Horwitz and become part of a legacy of excellence and opportunity.

Position Overview:  

The Junior Project Analyst will support a large hyperscale data center construction project by analyzing data, solving problems, working with numbers, and contributing to the financial and operational success of the project. This entry-level position is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical individual who enjoys working with numbers, demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, and is eager to learn.  This position reflects Horwitz’s core values: Safe, Accountable, Professional, Motivated, Can Do, and Curious.  

Key Responsibilities:  

These responsibilities generally describe the nature of the position and may not be all inclusive: 

• Track and analyze project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project expenses. 

• Prepare and manage multi-million-dollar monthly client billings, including gathering, organizing, and validating required supporting documents to ensure costs are accurately billed. 

• Maintain organized, audit-ready billing and cost documents and respond to requests for supporting information. 

• Prepare weekly summary reports for the team on project costs, labor, and weekly activity. 

• Validate labor hours and costs, investigate discrepancies or unusual activity, and coordinate corrections as needed. 

• Review invoices for accuracy, duplicate charges, and other potential issues. 

• Monitor project costs and billing activity, research variances, and collaborate with the appropriate teams to resolve issues. 

• Identify opportunities to improve reporting, processes, templates, and workflows. 

• Take ownership of responsibilities and critical deadlines while adapting to the changing needs of a fast-paced project environment. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

• Conduct yourself in accordance with Horwitz core values: Safe, Accountable, Professional, Motivated, Can Do and Curious. 

• Get better every day. 

Skills and Abilities:  

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality. 

• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and work through issues. 

• Proficiency in Excel or a strong desire to develop advanced Excel and data-analysis skills. 

• Ability to collaborate across departments and build strong working relationships throughout the company. 

• Ability to organize, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data. 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 

• Self-motivated and willing to ask questions, take initiative, and take ownership of assignments. 

• A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in finding more efficient ways to improve processes and reporting. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with external partners. 

• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment. Critical billing and reporting deadlines may occasionally require additional hours to ensure deadlines are met. 

Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree. 

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. 

• Prior construction industry experience is not required; training will be provided. 

• Proficiency in Excel or a strong desire to develop advanced Excel and data-analysis skills.