This position is available at any Ampirical office, including locations in San Diego, CA; Sacramento, CA; San Ramon, CA; Boise, ID; Covington, LA; Duluth, GA; and Fredericksburg, VA.

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

We don’t just build projects - we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

Why Ampirical?

💰 Salary Range: $100,000 – $200,000. Actual compensation will vary based on experience, education, and qualifications, as well as the specific office location. This range reflects all Ampirical locations.
📈 Annual Bonus opportunity equivalent to 10-20% of salary
🩺 Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
💼 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
🏖️ PTO: 120+ hours of PTO + 10 paid holidays
🗓️ Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off & Hybrid
📚 Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
🧘 Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

PMO Department Overview:

The Engineering PMO Department provides the structure and oversight that support Ampirical’s engineering teams in delivering high-quality power delivery projects. The department manages scope, schedule, budget, and risk while ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory, and industry standards. Serving as a central hub for coordination, communication, and project controls, the PMO drives consistency, accountability, and smooth execution across all engineering projects.

Your Role: Senior Project Controls Finance Specialist

Ampirical is seeking a Sr. Project Controls Finance professional to support high-impact engineering projects that power communities across the United States. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Project Managers, Engineering Leads, and cross-functional teams to provide financial oversight, strategic guidance, and project controls expertise across a diverse portfolio of power engineering projects.

What You’ll Do

• Lead financial planning and analysis across multiple engineering projects, including budgets, forecasts, and earned value reporting
• Develop and manage engineering budgets, work breakdown structures, portfolio forecasts, and cash flow models
• Review project cost and schedule performance, identify deviations, and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain accurate project data in the ERP system and build advanced dashboards and reports in Power BI
• Evaluate and document subcontractor claims, change requests, disputes, and cost modifications while mitigating financial and contractual risk
• Translate awarded bids into detailed project budgets, ensuring alignment between scope, assumptions, and cost structure
• Apply statistical, trend, and variance analysis to improve forecasting accuracy and decision-making
• Mentor team members on project financial management, reporting best practices, and analytical tools
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve schedule, scope, budget, and performance challenges
• Monitor client satisfaction and identify opportunities to enhance service delivery
• Lead peer review processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to quality standards
• Support continuous improvement of project control systems, tools, and procedural frameworks

What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in project controls, preferably in the utility engineering industry
• Bachelor's degree required (or equivalent level of experience)
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong skills in Word, PowerPoint, and ERP systems
• Familiarity with P6 scheduling software is a plus
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret complex data
• A proactive, inquisitive, highly organized professional who thrives in both independent and collaborative environments

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.