Project Controls Data Analyst

Cooper Moss Rutland
City of London
4 months ago
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🌟 Position: 226CMR: Project Controls Data Analyst
📍 Location: Remote 2 days / London 3 days
đź’Ľ Type: Full-time
đź“… Start Date: Immediate
đź’° Salary: ÂŁ45,000 - ÂŁ55,000


At Cooper Moss Rutland, we work with clients who are shaping the future of infrastructure and energy systems across the globe. We’re looking for a Project Controls Data Analyst to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team delivering some of the most exciting and complex projects in the industry. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to grow intentionally, work flexibly, and make a real impact.


About us: CMR is first and foremost a team of people, passionate about the construction industry and changing the way project controls is provided. We are a progressive & dynamic consultancy offering tailored project controls services across a range of industries.


Our Purpose (Why we exist): Inspiring new ways to help shape our construction industry.


Our Ambition (What we want to achieve): Re-imagine project controls through a digital lens, being the obvious choice for clients and the place to grow together with intention.


What’s in it for you?

  • Opportunity to professionally develop like nowhere you have worked before – 22% of the business got promoted last year alone.
  • Merit-based system enables rapid development.
  • In-house capability matrix transparently tracks progression and highlights development areas.
  • Small, dynamic team where every member can make a significant impact.
  • Rewarding achievements, celebrating successes, and supporting each other during tough times.

Role responsibilities

  • Build and manage robust data models and interactive dashboards that deliver actionable insights and highlight key project risks.
  • Analyze and document project control processes with a focus on digital transformation and continuous improvement.
  • Lead periodic and ad-hoc reporting, ensuring accuracy and clarity in monthly project review packs.
  • Support the Project Controls Lead in managing the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB) and reporting on KPIs across time, cost, risk, change, and quality.
  • Help implement performance measurement systems like Earned Value Management (EVM).
  • Integrate data across schedule, cost, scope, quality, change, and risk to provide a full picture of project health.
  • Share lessons learned and best practices across the wider Project Controls community.

About you

  • Strong experience with Power Query and DAX for transforming and analyzing large datasets.
  • Proficiency in Power BI for developing interactive dashboards and visual reports.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and automation.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
  • Experience in project controls within large-scale infrastructure or construction projects.
  • Understanding of schedule, cost, and risk management principles.
  • Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment and communicate with senior stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of NEC contracts and experience in sectors such as transport, energy, or major infrastructure.

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
  • Comprehensive Private Healthcare (Inc Dentist and Optician)
  • Life Assurance (x4 Salary)
  • Pension: employers’ contribution of 4%
  • Company and personal performance-based bonus
  • Salary Sacrifice Scheme
  • Long Service Leave
  • Training and professional development
  • Regular social events
  • Perkbox – employee experience platform

Next steps

To apply to our vacancy please submit a copy of your CV for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!


CMR welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. CMR is Disability Confident, Committed and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives.


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