Project Controls Analyst I at AECOM

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Controls Analyst I to join our growing Program Controls team in San Diego, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to complex capital improvement and infrastructure projects that positively impact communities while building a strong foundation in project controls, cost management, scheduling, and project delivery.

As Project Controls Analyst I, you will support project teams with cost tracking, schedule analysis, forecasting, reporting, and project performance monitoring. Working alongside experienced project controls professionals, you will gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools, methodologies, and best practices that drive successful project execution.

This position is expected to begin ASAP.

Growth & Development Opportunities

This role is designed as a launchpad for a rewarding career in project controls and program management. You'll receive hands-on training, mentorship from senior professionals, and exposure to industry-leading tools and methodologies, including scheduling, earned value management, risk analysis, cost engineering, and change management. Successful candidates can advance into senior project controls, cost engineering, scheduling, program management, and leadership positions while supporting increasingly complex and high-profile projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project managers and senior project controls staff with project cost forecasting, budgeting, scheduling, and risk analysis.
• Assist with maintaining project schedules in Primavera P6 and cost data in project management systems such as Primavera Unifier.
• Analyze project financial data, run reports, review expenditures, and ensure accurate cost coding and compliance with established procedures.
• Support change management, records of change processing, and earned value management activities.
• Track project commitments, purchase orders, invoices, and contract expenditures.
• Assist with project financial closeout activities and performance reporting.
• Collaborate with construction management teams, contract specialists, and project stakeholders to support project delivery goals.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Due to nature of work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Interest in project controls, scheduling, cost management, financial reporting, and construction project delivery.
• Previous cost, schedule, or project controls experience, preferably within the construction industry.
• Experience with project management and controls software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Oracle Primavera Unifier, E-Builder, PMWeb, Prolog, Procure, Primavera Contract Management, or similar tools.
• Financial reporting literacy and an understanding of project cost management principles.
• Professional affiliations or certifications such as AACEI, PMI, CMAA CMIT, or related organizations are a plus.

Additional Information

• This position will work 5 days a week at the client site.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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 aecom.com.

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where 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.