Project Controls Specialist

• Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated project schedules and cost control systems to ensure alignment with project objectives
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Accountant to establish baseline schedules (cost and resource loaded), set up program and projects' control budget and tasks
• Perform ongoing schedule updates and cost tracking, including progress measurement, forecasting, and variance analysis by updating the actual cost and resources in the schedule
• Prepare and maintain cash flow projections, budget forecasts, and schedule forecasts, ensuring consistency between cost and schedule data
• Monitor project performance related to scope, schedule, and cost, and recommend corrective actions when deviations occur
• Analyze and report on schedule performance (critical path, delays, float) and cost performance (earned value, variances, trends)
• Support and administer change management processes, including evaluation of both schedule and cost impacts, and implementing the change orders in the Project CBS and the schedule
• Prepare Backup for the Invoices in full liaison with Project Accountant
• Support Project Managers to prepare input for the monthly reports
• Interface with project team and subs on all project controls matters related to scheduling and cost management
• Implement and support project control processes, including progress measurement, forecasting, change control, and reporting cycles
• Track, document, and communicate variances, trends, and risks affecting both schedule and budget
• Maintain accurate data in a centralized system of record to ensure consistency and reliability of project reporting

• Strong understanding of both scheduling and cost control principles, including CPM scheduling and earned value management (EVM)
• Proven experience in developing and managing project schedules and budgets within engineering and construction environments
• Ability to integrate cost and schedule data to provide meaningful performance insights and forecasts
• Experience in preparing cost and resource loaded schedules and updating the actual costs and resources monthly to prepare the cashflow and resource forecast
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and recommend practical solutions
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy, completeness, and consistency
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Proactive and results-driven, with the ability to anticipate risks and support decision-making
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Business, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in project controls, including both scheduling and cost controls
• Advanced expertise in Primavera P6 for schedule development, resource loading, and cost integration
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and earned value analysis
• Familiarity with project management systems such as SharePoint, Trimble Unity Construct, Aconex, or similar
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other standard business tools

Demonstrates advanced expertise in project controls, including scheduling and cost management, with a strong focus on data accuracy and performance analysis. Proficient in integrating cost and schedule data to provide actionable insights and forecasts in engineering and construction environments.

• Primavera P6 Expertise
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Cost Control Principles
• Project Scheduling
• Budget Forecasting

• Cost Control
• Schedule Development
• Variance Analysis
• Progress Measurement
• Change Management
• Data Accuracy
• Forecasting
• Critical Path Analysis
• Resource Loading
• Budget Management

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration

• Project Controls
• Engineering
• Construction
• Cost Management
• Schedule Management

• Primavera P6
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Share Point
• Trimble Unity Construct
• Aconex