Project Controls Coordinator, Heavy Civil

Essential Responsibilities

• Interpret construction drawings and specifications to support field teams and validate cost and schedule impacts
• Perform quantity calculations and track daily/weekly progress of installed work for cost and schedule reporting
• Auxiliary in developing construction work packages, activity plans, and project controls documentation
• Support field surveying and layout activities by capturing accurate quantity and progress data
• Compile, verify, and reconcile daily labor timesheets, equipment reports, and other field-generated data
• Contribute to safety reviews, toolbox talks, and site-wide safety meetings to ensure hazard awareness and compliance
• Cook materials tracking, delivery schedules, and receipt verification to support cost and schedule alignment
• Aid in work planning to ensure crews and subcontractors are sequenced efficiently and in alignment with project schedule goals
• Provide project controls oversight, including subcontractor coordination, tracking cost codes, and monitoring field productivity
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and support drafting needs related to quantity tracking or design changes

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project controls, field engineering, project coordination, or similar roles within heavy civil construction, with proven support across multiple earthworks phases
• Education in civil engineering, construction management, or related field (bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with scheduling tools such as Primavera
• Experience with construction planning software, model viewers (3D), and document management platforms
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively and engage confidently with field teams and stakeholders
• Strong understanding of construction processes, including project setup, cost coding, RFIs, change orders, subcontractor coordination, and closeout procedures
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, problem-solving ability, and commitment to continuous improvement
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Willingness to travel and remain on-site for the duration of each project