Project Controls Specialist II

Description

• Track and monitor project budgets, expenditures, and commitments to ensure financial accuracy.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of junior project controls staff.
• Prepare executive-level presentations and reports summarizing schedule and cost performance.
• Assist in managing funding requests, change orders, and cost variance analysis.
• Support risk management processes, including risk identification, mitigation, and contingency planning.
• Conduct critical path analysis, resource leveling, and schedule risk assessments to improve project efficiency.
• Maintain change management logs and document all approved project modifications.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop and maintain the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Develop and distribute project status reports, cost reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct variance analysis and trend reporting to identify risks and opportunities for project improvement.
• Maintain accurate cost control databases and ensure alignment with contract terms and project goals.
• Perform schedule variance analysis, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Finance, and other stakeholders to align project controls with strategic objectives.
• Support audit and compliance efforts by maintaining proper documentation and adhering to industry best practices.
• Participate in project meetings, providing updates on schedule and cost performance.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent scheduling tools.
• Support cost forecasting, cash flow projections, and earned value management (EVM) reporting.
• Ensure accurate tracking of contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and project documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM), Cost Control, and Risk Management.
• 5 -7 years of experience in project controls, scheduling, or cost engineering in construction, infrastructure, aviation, or transportation industries.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets and present findings in a clear, concise manner.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel; familiarity with Power BI, Procore, and financial reporting tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) with Employer Matching Contribution
• Supplemental Insurance & Other Voluntary Coverage
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Sponsored Life & AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance