Under minimal direction, the principal level position serves as a technical leader and subject matter expert for project controls on large, complex transportation capital projects within OCTA’s Capital Programs Division. The role supports planning, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, cost and schedule control, progress reporting, and performance monitoring, frequently resolving highly complex project controls issues through advanced expertise and judgment. This position also supports best-practice development and mentorship within the Project Controls team.
This opening is being posted at two levels; senior and principal. There is one position available.
This is an exempt position; Project Controls Analyst Senior is at salary grade 200: Min – $93,204.80 | Mid – $111,342.40 | Max – $129,459.20/year, and the Project Controls Analyst Principal is at salary grade 210: Min – $102,752.00 | Mid – $122,740.80 | Max – $142,708.80/year. The level and starting salary will be within the established range based on qualifications.
This posting will remain open until filled.
What You’ll Do
Serve as the subject matter expert for project controls on major capital projects
Develop, review, and manage baseline schedules, cost estimates, project budgets, forecasts, change requests, and funding sources
Ensure accurate and timely data entry and monitoring in Primavera and other project controls systems
Review and analyze design and construction CPM schedules; provide recommendations to support milestone achievement
Perform schedule updates, critical path analyses, and delay/time impact analyses
Analyze project costs and funding alignment across project phases; review and process complex design and construction invoices
Develop and maintain procedures for cost estimating, cost control, and reporting
Prepare final project cost reports and support project close-out activities
Support compliance with applicable FTA and FHWA guidelines related to project controls and reporting
Develop and present project status reports and briefings to management and internal/external committees
Support annual Capital Programs Division budget development
Coordinate and communicate with project managers, contractors, consultants, and internal and external agency partners
Mentor and coach team members in project controls tools, software, and best practices
What We’re Looking For
Principal:
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of seven years of experience in the engineering and/or construction industry
At least three years of senior-level project controls experience on multimillion-dollar capital projects
Advanced experience with project controls software such as Primavera (required)
Senior:
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of five years of experience in the engineering and/or construction industry
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills
Ability to manage highly complex data, schedules, and budgets
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Why You’ll Love It Here
Play a key role in delivering major transportation infrastructure projects
Serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor on complex capital programs
Work on high-impact projects that shape the region’s mobility future
Collaborative, mission-driven environment with opportunities to influence best practices
Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities
Join a team where innovation, integrity, and strategic thinking are valued. Apply now to help advance OCTA’s capital transportation programs and infrastructure investments.
OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), Orange County’s primary transportation agency. It’s our job to develop and deliver transportation solutions to enhance the quality of life and keep Orange County moving. Operating in a 798 square-mile area, we serve more than 3 million residents in 34 cities and unincorporated areas. Our responsibilities extend to all forms of transportation, including bus and paratransit service, Metrolink commuter rail service, planned future rail, including street cars, the 91 Express Lanes Toll Road, freeway, street and road improvement projects, motorist services and regulating taxi operations. OCTA has been recognized for excellence in the public transportation industry by the American Public Transportation Association, and has been honored with awards from local and national organizations for our transportation improvements. OCTA’s core values consist of integrity, teamwork, communication customer focus and can-do spirit.
