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Senior Program Cost Control Analyst Jobs in Houston, TX

Strike

Project Controls Analyst

Spring, TX · On-site

Create and maintain scalable training programs and process documentation for enterprise-wide ... Experience in cost control, forecasting, and earned value reporting * Familiarity with document ...

JB Poindexter & Co., Inc.

Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

Create and maintain the required level of control with all JBPCO documents, included but not ... Conduct process capability analysis, time studies, and value stream mapping to identify and ...

jbpco

Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

Create and maintain the required level of control with all JBPCO documents, included but not ... Conduct process capability analysis, time studies, and value stream mapping to identify and ...

Arion Blue

Sr. Cost Controller (19429)

Houston, TX · On-site

The Senior Cost Controller oversees project financial performance by ensuring accurate cost ... Monitor and control cost movements through detailed variance analysis, benchmarking against current ...

ARION BLUE LLC

Sr. Cost Controller (19429)

Houston, TX · On-site

The Senior Cost Controller oversees project financial performance by ensuring accurate cost ... Monitor and control cost movements through detailed variance analysis, benchmarking against current ...

Arion Blue

Sr. Cost Controller (19429)

Houston, TX · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

The Senior Cost Controller oversees project financial performance by ensuring accurate cost ... Monitor and control cost movements through detailed variance analysis, benchmarking against current ...

Confidential Jobs

Cost Accountant

Houston, TX · On-site

$62K - $83K/yr

The Cost Accountant will be responsible for cost control analysis, updating and maintaining standard cost. He/she will complete monthly and year end close cycle, make application for capital ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams ... Manage program budgets, schedules, risk registers, change control, and cost forecasts. * Oversee ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams ... Manage program budgets, schedules, risk registers, change control, and cost forecasts. * Oversee ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams ... Manage program budgets, schedules, risk registers, change control, and cost forecasts. * Oversee ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams ... Manage program budgets, schedules, risk registers, change control, and cost forecasts. * Oversee ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams ... Manage program budgets, schedules, risk registers, change control, and cost forecasts. * Oversee ...

AECOM

Aviation Senior Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $111K/yr

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams ... Manage program budgets, schedules, risk registers, change control, and cost forecasts. * Oversee ...

Williams

Project Control Analyst III/Sr.

Houston, TX · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

Estimates, budgets, and cost risk assessments * Monthly expenditure forecasts and management ... Strong pay plus an annual incentive program * Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior program cost control analyst in Houston, TX is $92,692.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,700.00 and $101,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Program Cost Control Analyst vs Program Cost Control Analyst?

AspectSenior Program Cost Control AnalystProgram Cost Control Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often with experience in cost analysis or financeBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
Work EnvironmentTypically in government, aerospace, or defense industries, working on complex projectsSimilar industries, supporting project teams with cost tracking and analysis
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in organizations requiring advanced cost control and analysis skillsCommon in project-based industries for entry to mid-level cost management

The main difference is that the Senior Program Cost Control Analyst has more experience and responsibilities, often overseeing complex projects and mentoring junior staff, while the Program Cost Control Analyst focuses on supporting cost tracking and analysis at a more operational level.

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Infographic showing various Senior Program Cost Control Analyst job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,692 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

Project Controls Analyst

Strike

Spring, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
The Project Controls Analyst is responsible for analyzing and reporting on project controls for Strike's construction and maintenance projects to include project planning, scheduling, cost estimating, cost tracking, and quality review. The Project Control Analyst will assist Project Controls Director and team to establish operating policies to bring standardization and mitigate project risk.
Primary Job Function:
  • Collaborate closely with Project Controls, Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement, and Construction teams to understand reporting needs and provide data-driven insights.
  • Design, develop, and maintain dashboards and visualizations using Power BI, incorporating advanced Power Query and data modeling techniques.
  • Build and maintain Excel models, including Pivot Tables, VBA macros, and financial modeling for forecasting and cost control.
  • Analyze project performance data (e.g., WIP, cost variance, schedule variance) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Evaluate projects using data-driven methods to determine whether they are on track or in trouble.
  • Develop and maintain SQL queries to retrieve and validate data from relational databases.
  • Support and maintain metadata integrity, ensure job tagging, data dictionaries, and hierarchies are accurate and updated.
  • Lead and enforce data governance practices, ensuring compliance with internal standards and industry best practices.
  • Collaborate with accounting to ensure accurate cost hierarchies and integration with financial systems like JDE.
  • Create and maintain scalable training programs and process documentation for enterprise-wide adoption.
  • Continuously identify and implement improvements in the data analytics and project controls processes.
Technical Skills:
Required:
  • Power BI - including Power Query, DAX, data modeling
  • Microsoft Excel - Advanced formulas, Pivot Tables, VBA/macros, modeling
  • SQL - Writing and validating complex queries
  • Earned Value Management (EVM) - Including productivity KPIs and Rules of Credit
  • Basic Relational Database Knowledge - Schema, normalization, joins, keys
  • ETL/Data Pipeline Concepts - basic understanding preferred
  • Document Control Tools/Systems - Experience maintaining project documentation
Nice to Have:
  • Power Automate - (preferred) for workflow automation
  • Data Governance - Policy enforcement, stewardship, and integrity tracking
  • Hierarchy & Metadata Management - WBS, Org Hierarchy, Chart of Accounts, Job Metadata
  • JDE (JD Edwards)
  • INEIGHT Estimate
  • Oracle Primavera P6
Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in data analysis and project controls reporting
  • Demonstrated success in creating dashboards, reports, and analytical models
  • Experience in cost control, forecasting, and earned value reporting
  • Familiarity with document control practices across business units
  • Oil & gas or industrial construction experience preferred
Education/Training:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Accounting, Construction Management, Finance, Engineering, Economics, Information Systems)
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification is a plus
Competencies:
  • Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving - Diagnose performance issues using data; develop actionable solutions
  • Data Visualization - Ability to create impactful visuals that tell the story behind the data
  • Communication - Strong ability to explain technical data to non-technical stakeholders
  • Project Management - Juggle multiple deadlines and shifting priorities
  • Business Acumen - Ability to learn and understand business operations, processes, and functions, and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation
  • Collaboration - Partner cross-functionally to deliver accurate and timely information
  • Continuous Learning - Stay current with evolving tools, trends, and governance practices
Physical Demands:
  • Regularly required to sit, talk and hear.
  • Frequently required to reach with hands and arms to grasp.
  • Occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Other Criteria:
  • Requires some travel.
  • Complies with Strike's policies and procedures.
  • Complies with Strike's Drug & Alcohol Policy maintaining favorable drug testing results throughout employment.
  • Performs job safely with respect to others, property and individual safety.
  • Works effectively with others to encourage teamwork and productivity.
  • Authorized to work in the United States.
Strike is an equal opportunity employer.

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