Project Controls Specialist
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United States, Byhalia, Mississippi
- Project Controls and Estimating
- Permanent
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Location: Byhalia, Mississippi
Work-Site Status: 100% onsite
Industry: Industrial Construction | Subcontractor
Status of Hire: direct placement; permanent
Pay: $120k-$130k
Summary:
The Project Controls Specialist is responsible for supporting project planning, cost control, scheduling, and reporting to ensure projects are executed on time and within budget. This role plays a key part in tracking project performance, identifying risks, and providing accurate data to support informed decision-making for management and project teams.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using project management software.
- Monitor project progress and performance against established baselines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Prepare, review, and analyze cost estimates, budgets, forecasts, and change orders.
- Track and report on project expenditures, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.
- Maintain accurate records of project documentation, logs, and reports for compliance and audits.
- Provide regular reports and dashboards on cost, schedule, and performance metrics to project managers and leadership.
- Assist in developing earned value analysis (EVA) and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Support risk management by identifying potential project delays, cost overruns, and recommending corrective actions.
- Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and finance teams to align cost and schedule objectives.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and contract requirements.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in project controls, cost control, scheduling, or related role (industrial construction experience preferred).
- Proficiency in scheduling and project controls software (Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel, and/or cost management tools).
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Knowledge of project management processes, budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Financial & Data Analysis
- Communication & Collaboration
- Time Management
- Risk Awareness
**Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer, regardless of authorization or visa transfer
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law. All candidates must be able to pass pre-employment drug screens and background checks to be considered eligible for hire.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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