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Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that's vital to our clients and the communities they serve.
Join a team that's naturally committed to the environment.
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that's vital to our clients and the communities they serve.
Join a team that's naturally committed to the environment.
Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking a Project Controls Analyst with a solid background in project controls functions. The Project Controls Analyst is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for all aspects of the position as outlined below.
This position is open to candidates throughout the Great Lakes, Midwest, Mountain or West regions.
Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers
• Assist Project Managers with maintaining the life cycle of projects per client requirements and company guidelines
• Coordinate with project accounting staff to ensure invoices are submitted per established timelines and contractual requirements
• Audit project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization
• Assist Project Managers with monthly forecasts and financial estimates
• Support Project Managers with project/program enterprise structures (i.e.: Work Breakdown Structures, and Cost Breakdown Structures) as part of project budgeting and setup
• Perform and manage all budget and cost control functions
• Prepare month-end reports, variance reports, and ad hoc reports as required
• Perform analytics and interpret project/program data for continuous improvement
• Complete financial reconciliations as required
• May train, manage, or mentor others
• Administrate the use of Project Management Information Systems in areas such as budget/cost control, document control, and reporting

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience is required in all aspects of budget and cost controls, including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management
• Understanding contract terms
• Working knowledge of project accounting methods and requirements
• Understanding of principles and methods related to Earned Value Management
• Ability to functionally coordinate with both internal and external business processes and to blend the requirements of both
• Proficient in mastering the use of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel)
• Experience with MS Project and SQL /SharePoint Applications is a plus
• Must be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Ability to see the "big picture" and use common sense to make decisions
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to build trusting, long-term relationships
• Experienced in working with and providing support to diverse groups at all levels of management

Education and Experience

• Relevant technical college graduate or a BS degree, or equivalent experience
• 3 years of experience in project/program controls, project management, or project accounting position
• Experience working in a consulting or project management environment is strongly preferred

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.
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Pay Range:
• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas-$65,600.00 - $95,100.00 Annually
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas-$72,200.00 - $104,600.00 Annually
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas-$77,400.00 - $112,200.00 Annually
• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP)-$82,700.00 - $119,800.00 Annually
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | CO | Denver
Other Locations: United States | MN | Woodbury
Organization: 2391 EnvSvcs-US Project Support-Denver CO
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 19/03/2026 03:03:39
Req ID: 1004919
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Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.