Demo

Senior Project Controls Analyst

Sargent Electric
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026
Sargent Electric Company:Senior Project Controls AnalystSargent Electric Company (https://www.sargentelectric.com) is consistently named one of the Top Fastest Growing Companies.  Also, Awarded Safety recognition by Specialty Trades Insurance Company for the large company bracket and The Association of Union Constructors!  Established in 1907, Sargent Electric Company has since evolved into one of the largest electrical contracting companies in the area, providing comprehensive services to our clients.We are looking to hire a  Senior Project Controls Analyst based in our Gahanna, OH office to support our Project Controls shared services group.. This role has potential for hybrid work schedule (office/remote). Periodic local office visits and satellite office trips will be needed for training, key meetings, to establish business relationships, and manage assigned opportunities.Role SummaryThe primary functions of this position are to provide project controls support to the assigned projects and departments within the company with day-to-day work with project managers and operations leaders in the assigned areas to ensure proactive cost visibility and financial decision making.  Key ResponsibilitiesLeads the process in establishing baseline scope of work, schedule and turnover of initial project budget, with contract interpretation to include capturing estimatingLeads the process in development of project cost coding and work breakdown structure.Responsible for compiling and organizing project as-sold estimate documentation into the ERP system for scheduling and forecast analysis. Maintains the process, with stakeholders, to ensure budgets and change orders are allocated in the ERP system correctly. Monitor cost deviations, trends, and risks, escalating potential issues to project leadership.Collect data to substantiate cost and causation for forensic analysis, change order requests, notification/letter writing, email responses and CO justifications.Work with other business groups as required in the development and substantiation of change orders, legal claims or defense from claims.Maintains the process, with stakeholders, to ensure budgets and change orders are allocated in the ERP system correctly.Work alongside Accounting and Project Teams to maintain ERP contract details that supports downstream billingsParticipate in subcontractor invoicing process and customer billing cyclesParticipate in maintaining the risk register with project teams to identify risks, mitigate risks, and support the estimates of cost and schedule impact based on the risk probabilityRecommends and oversees the customization of project control systems to meet specific project requirements as needed on unique and critical projectsKey contributor in development of phased revenue business projections for assigned areas and projectsManage the ERP system job closure process for assigned areas and projectQualificationsExperience with the use of Viewpoint Vista, Bluebeam, Trimble Materials, Trimble Pay, and other related construction applications preferredBachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related discipline preferred; equivalent consideration will be given to candidates with experience in lieu of a degreeMinimum of 6-10 years of progressive experience in project controls, often within engineering, construction, or utility sectors requiredUnderstanding of construction accounting required (earned value, job cost projections, work in progress)Understanding of electrical construction process preferredExcellent written communication skills. Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of diverse individualsWorks efficiently under tight timeframes, responds to requests in a timely manner, and communicates effectively as a team playerAbility to multi‐task in fast paced environment, including prioritizing activities, enhancing efficiencies and being organizedSargent Electric Company Equal Employment Opportunity StatementSargent Electric Company and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to Sargent Electric Company.Powered by JazzHRd8i455MlOU

Salary : $900 - $1,200

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Senior Project Controls Analyst?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Senior Project Controls Analyst career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$91,791 - $115,021
Income Estimation: 
$111,271 - $144,173
Income Estimation: 
$98,091 - $127,656
Income Estimation: 
$133,494 - $170,282
Income Estimation: 
$131,105 - $151,214
Income Estimation: 
$128,269 - $173,633
Income Estimation: 
$157,111 - $225,157
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Sargent Electric

  • Sargent Electric Pittsburgh, PA
  • Sargent Electric Company ( www.sargentelectric.com ) - Consistently named one of the Top Fastest Growing Companies by the Pittsburgh Business Times . Also... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Sargent Electric Columbus, OH
  • Sargent Electric Company: Project Manager Sargent Electric Company ( https://www.sargentelectric.com ) is consistently named one of the Top Fastest Growing... more
  • 11 Days Ago

  • Sargent Electric Lewiston, ME
  • Sargent Electric Company ( www.sargentelectric.com ) - Consistently named one of the Top Fastest Growing Companies. Also, Awarded Safety recognition by Spe... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Sargent Electric Pittsburgh, PA
  • Sargent Electric Company (www.sargentelectric.com) is a nationally recognized electrical contractor with deep Pittsburgh roots. Founded in 1907, we’ve grow... more
  • 13 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Senior Project Controls Analyst jobs in the Columbus, OH area that may be a better fit.

  • Vertiv Westerville, OH
  • Job Summary As the Thermal Controls Project Analyst at at Vertiv Corporation, you will lead and oversee projects focused on the development, integration, a... more
  • 7 Days Ago

  • New River Electrical Corporation Granville, OH
  • Position Summary New River Electrical is seeking a qualified Project Controls Analyst with an interest in the construction industry. This role is responsib... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!