Senior Project Controls Analyst - Energy Efficiency Programs

Senior Project Controls Analyst – Energy Efficiency Programs

Location: Newark, New Jersey

Hybrid – 3 days in the office

About Us

CARIAN is a purpose-driven, women-owned consulting and advisory firm exclusively serving the power and utilities sector. We help utilities deliver energy programs, manage capital projects, and improve operational performance.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a Senior Project Controls Analyst to support one of our client’s large-scale energy efficiency programs. This role focuses on financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting helping ensure transparency, accountability, and disciplined execution across a major utility initiative driving statewide energy savings.

You’ll collaborate closely with program management, finance, and engineering teams to deliver accurate, data-driven insights that support strategic decision-making and strong program performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and report on program budgets, forecasts, and performance dashboards.
• Track actuals vs. forecast, analyze variances, and identify corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly spend plans, accruals, and cost summaries for client reporting.
• Support KPI tracking, performance metrics, and executive dashboards.
• Coordinate with finance, PMO, and engineering teams to validate program expenditures.
• Maintain controls documentation and ensure consistency across all program workstreams.
• Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen cost control and forecasting discipline.
• Support audit and regulatory readiness by maintaining clear documentation of cost and workflow processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or financial analysis, ideally within utilities, energy efficiency, or infrastructure programs.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or Smartsheet.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and cost reporting practices.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead program reporting efforts.
• Familiarity with SAP, or Oracle a plus.
• Clear communicator with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven professional who thrives in fast-paced environments.

Why CARIAN?

• Purpose-driven work – help deliver infrastructure that powers communities
• Industry reputation – trusted by leading utilities for reliability and results
• Career growth – opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams
• Collaborative culture – join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships
• Competitive total rewards – strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work

CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. As a woman-owned firm dedicated to the power sector, CARIAN is committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $105,000 to $135,000 annually, based on a full-time equivalent schedule. This range represents a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, the role includes eligibility for bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and a company 401(k) match.

Employment is contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining valid authorization to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor, and will not sponsor, employment-based visas or provide immigration support for this position.