Project Controls Analyst
Aston Carter
Immediately Hiring: Temp Project Accountant (Architecture)Must have: Ajera softwareAbout the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Resource Controls Analyst to join our dynamic architecture and engineering firm. This role is critical to ensuring our project teams are optimally staffed and resourced across a diverse portfolio of ~85 active projects. You’ll work closely with Principals, Project Managers, and technical staff to forecast needs, manage schedules, and support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
+ Anticipate staffing needs across projects and forecast potential overlaps or conflicts to support effective resource planning.
+ Lead bi-weekly staffing meetings with Principals and provide comprehensive follow-up reports.
+ Maintain ongoing communication with Principals to understand evolving project needs and expectations.
+ Manage and update project schedules in Ajera for all active projects.
+ Provide daily support to Project Managers (architects and engineers) through data analysis and workflow coordination.
+ Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, including remote collaboration via Zoom with West Coast and other colleagues.
+ Analyze employee utilization and project budgets to support operational efficiency.
+ Offer flexible, ad hoc support to the business team as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications
+ Must have: Ajera accounting and project management software.
+ Must have: Architecture firm experience
+ Strong command of Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis.
+ Experience in an architecture or engineering firm is highly preferred.
+ Solid understanding of project management principles and resource planning.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
+ Ability to interpret complex project needs and translate them into actionable plans.
Additional Information
+ This is an intermediate-level role ideal for candidates with prior experience in project controls or resource management within a professional services environment.
+ The position requires a mix of in-person collaboration in our New York office and remote communication with colleagues across locations.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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