Project Controls Specialist - Project Delivery

Job Description:

Overview The Project Controls Specialist supports Project Managers and Senior Project Controls professionals by assisting with the planning, monitoring, and reporting of project performance throughout the project lifecycle. This position helps maintain accurate project financial information, supports forecasting and scheduling activities, prepares project performance reports, and contributes to the successful delivery of engineering and infrastructure projects.

Working under the guidance of senior staff, the Project Controls Specialist develops proficiency in project financial management, forecasting, scheduling, reporting, and project controls systems while building the technical and professional skills necessary to support increasingly complex projects.

Responsibilities:

Support Project Managers and senior Project Controls professionals in coordinating and executing project controls activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Assist with maintaining project budgets, monitoring labor utilization, tracking project costs, and supporting project revenue forecasting.

Assist with project billing, invoicing, Work in Process (WIP) management, and Accounts Receivable (AR) tracking to support healthy project financial performance.

Collect, validate, and organize project cost, schedule, and performance data to ensure accuracy across project management and financial systems.

Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining project schedules and milestone tracking using project scheduling software.

Prepare recurring project reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators that support Project Managers and leadership in monitoring project performance.

Support project forecasting by collecting project information, identifying performance trends, and assisting with budget updates.

Assist with documenting scope changes, maintaining project documentation, and supporting project change management activities.

Maintain project files and document control systems in accordance with company standards.

Develop proficiency with the firm's ERP system, project scheduling software, and reporting tools used to support project delivery.

Support the continuous improvement of project controls processes, reporting tools, templates, and best practices.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred.

Two (2) or more years of experience supporting project management, project controls, engineering, construction, accounting, finance, or related professional services.

Working knowledge of project management principles and the project lifecycle.

Experience with project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, invoicing, or project accounting is preferred

Experience using project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar applications is preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.

Experience with ERP, financial management, or project management systems is preferred.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary project teams.

Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional hours as required to support project needs.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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