Project Controls Analyst

Project Controls Analyst/Program ControllerIntren West (IW) Professional Services Construction Management Solutions provides strategic program management, construction management, and operational consulting services supporting complex infrastructure, utility, and capital improvement initiatives. The company specializes in delivering high-impact solutions across planning, execution, field operations, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory compliance for public and private sector clients. With expertise in utility operations, infrastructure modernization, wildfire resilience, climate adaptation, and operational strategy, IW Professional Services partners with organizations to improve project delivery, operational efficiency, safety, and long-term asset performance. The firm supports cross-functional program execution through disciplined governance, technical oversight, risk management, and data-driven decision-making. IW Professional Services is committed to delivering scalable, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions that help clients navigate evolving operational challenges while advancing reliability, resiliency, and customer-focused outcomes.LOCATION: Hybrid – Oakland, CA (Must reside in the Bay Area) Pay Range: $58.44 - $98.21The Project Controls Analyst/Program Controller is responsible for end-to-end financial and resource management across the Elevate program. This role ensures accurate forecasting, disciplined cost management, and alignment between staffing plans, financials, and program delivery. The position works closely with Finance, PMO, IT, Business stakeholders, and external vendors to maintain strong financial controls, ensure compliance with internal governance, and provide executive-level reporting and insights. Key focus areas include financial planning and analysis, SAP financial management (PRJ), vendor and invoice oversight, time-charging governance, and development of reporting solutions to support program visibility and decision-making.Responsibilities:Own and maintain the program staffing and resource plan, ensuring alignment with demand, roles, and approved budgetsManage program financials including forecasting, actuals tracking, accruals, and variance analysisPerform SAP PRJ financial updates, ensuring accuracy, cost alignment, and compliance with internal controlsConduct time-charging reviews to validate capitalization vs. expense and ensure audit readinessOversee vendor management activities including staffing alignment, rate compliance, invoice validation, and issue resolutionDrive timesheet governance, including compliance monitoring, exception handling, and submission enforcementDevelop and maintain dashboards and reports (Power BI / Excel) for financials, staffing, and vendor performanceSupport PMO governance processes with reporting, coordination, and compliance trackingAct as a liaison across Finance, IT, PMO, Business teams, and vendors to resolve operational and financial issuesProvide ad-hoc analysis, executive summaries, and leadership reporting to support decision-makingQualifications:Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of experience in program financial management, PMO, or project controllingExperience with forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reportingHands-on experience with SAP (PRJ, WBS, or similar financial modules)Experience managing vendors and validating invoicesStrong Excel skillsDesired: Experience supporting large IT or transformation programsFamiliarity with utility or regulated environmentsExperience with financial controls, capitalization policies, and audit processesStrong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional coordination skillsNice to have: advanced reporting and dashboarding skills (Power BI, data modeling, executive reporting design)Travel may be requiredPay Range: $58.44 - $98.21Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit plan which includes the following: 401(k) Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Short Term & Long-Term Disability Paid time offIntren West, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.