Project Controls Specialist

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 while ensuring alignment with project execution plans
• Prepare and deliver Power BI dashboards and reporting packages to communicate project schedule status, cost performance, risks, and trends
• Present project updates, forecasts, and performance insights to internal teams and stakeholders
• Support cost forecasting, budget development, variance analysis, and monthly project performance reviews
• Cook with Accounts Payable (AP) teams to validate invoices, track commitments, and ensure accurate cost reporting
• Assist with change management processes including tracking change requests and evaluating project impacts
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, logs, and reporting repositories
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and finance teams to support integrated project planning efforts
• Travel to project sites or partner locations as needed (approximately 25%) to support field operations and validate project progress
• Learn and adopt new software tools, systems, and reporting platforms as business needs evolve

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3-7 years of experience in project controls, scheduling, cost management, or related project support functions
• Strong proficiency with Primavera P6
• Experience developing and maintaining Power BI reports or similar reporting/visualization tools
• Strong understanding of cost forecasting, project financials, and earned value concepts
• Familiarity with Accounts Payable (AP) workflows and invoice tracking processes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex data clearly
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new software platforms and evolving business processes

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting engineering, construction, manufacturing, or capital projects
• Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
• Knowledge of risk analysis, change management, and Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Experience working with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams