Project Controls Specialist

Job Description

A public utility company is hiring a Telecommunications / SCADA Project Controller to join their Project Delivery (PMO) team supporting capital Transmission and Distribution projects. This role will partner closely with Telecommunications and SCADA Project Managers to support full project lifecycle controls including forecasting, accruals, cost tracking, and material tracking.

You will serve as the financial and controls partner to the PMs—tracking project performance, identifying variances, and ensuring alignment to governance and approved budgets. This role is highly integrated into project execution and supports multiple active capital projects.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of Project Controls experience
• Strong experience with forecasting, accruals and cost tracking/reporting
• SAP experience
• Advanced Excel (data analysis, tracking, reporting)
• Experience supporting capital projects ($1M+)
• Power utility or utility construction experience
• Telecommunications / SCADA project exposure
• Experience working on Transmission & Distribution projects
• Experience with project lifecycle governance
• Maximo or similar systems