Portfolio Controls Associate

Operational Excellence Los Angeles, California United States

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Position at EVgo

About EVgo: 
 
EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. Our mission is to expedite the mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by creating a convenient, reliable, and affordable EV charging network that delivers fast charging to everyone. EVgo’s owned and operated charging network is growing rapidly. We partner with multiple stakeholders including automakers; fleet and rideshare operators; retail hosts such as grocery stores, shopping centers, restaurants, gas stations, and more to make our vision of Electric for All a reality. The EV industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. Join us as we charge forward into an all-electric future. Software is an integral part in realizing this vision and we are hiring a software manager to play a leadership role shaping our future. 
 
Position Summary: 

The Portfolio Controls Associate is responsible for analyzing cost and schedule data for a large volume of fast-paced EV charging infrastructure projects. 

Acting as a conduit between internal cross-functional teams including but not limited to Development Engineering, Utility Integration, Project Deployment, and Site Development the Portfolio Controls Associate will track, analyze, and report on project performance including costs, schedule, and resources. 

The successful candidate will have prior knowledge working with project schedules on infrastructure projects and will have demonstrated experience for analyzing large amounts of data from ERPs, have excellent attention to detail, and be a self-starter, problem-solver, and team player. 

The position is remote and will serve within the Operational Excellence function for sites across the United States 

Responsibilities: 
  • Develop and implement system controls to ensure accurate, reliable, and transparent cost actuals and forecasts within project management tools. 
  • Partner with cross-functional teams—including Development Engineering, Construction, Grid Integration, Supply Chain, and Field Ops—to support accurate budgeting and forecast alignment across all project phases. 
  • Write and maintain clear, practical SOPs for budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting processes that support consistent workstreams across teams. 
  • Build and maintain dashboards and reports that provide visibility into budgeted vs. actual spend and drive actionable insights. 
  • Organize and manage cost data to support vendor RFPs, bidding strategies, and the development of cost targets based on historical benchmarks. 
  • Identify and lead process improvements that enhance cost tracking, reporting, and forecast precision across the project portfolio. 
Qualifications:
  • BS/ MS in Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management 
  • 3–5 years in project scheduling, project controls, or business operations, ideally within infrastructure, utilities, energy, or heavy construction. 
Desired Skills: 
  • Proficiency in tools like Salesforce ERP management software (ideally Sitetracker, or similar). Tableau experience is a plus 
  • Ability to proactively identify scheduling risks and propose realistic mitigations. 
  • Skilled in presenting data, findings, and recommendations with technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
  • Working with a large amount of data to derive operational insights and planning. 
  • Strong organizational and time management skills 
  • Utility, Renewables (commercial solar, energy storage) experience. 
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 
  • Taking initiative, working independently, and launching projects without direct supervision 
  • Success influencing stakeholders in a cross-functional environment. 
For job positions in CA, CO, and NYC, the estimated salary range for a new hire in this position is $105,000.00 USD to $120,000.00 USD. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, discretionary target cash bonus, and restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval). EVgo offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, unbounded paid time off including parental leave, and a 401(k). 

To find out more, or to join the EVgo network, visit www.evgo.com. Connect with EVgo on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. At EVgo, we are committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. Apply today to join our team and help make a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change. By submitting this form, you acknowledge you are sharing your personal information with EVgo. By proceeding, you consent to EVgo’s Privacy Policy and Privacy Notice for California Residents. More detail regarding personal information we collect, how we use that information, how we share that information, and your rights and choices can be found here.

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