Project Controls Specialist (Contract)

Project Controls Specialist (Contract) Location: Cedar Rapids, IA (Hybrid) Duration: 12-Month+ Contract Hours: 40 hours/week Start Date: October 2026 Overview We are seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support large-scale capital construction projects. This individual will be responsible for project scheduling, cost control, forecasting, financial tracking, and performance reporting from project development through closeout. The role partners closely with project management, finance, accounting, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with contractual requirements. Responsibilities Serve as the primary project controls resource for assigned projects, providing expertise in scheduling, cost management, forecasting, and reporting.Develop, maintain, and analyze project schedules using Oracle Primavera P6.Prepare project estimates, cash flow forecasts, and cost projections.Monitor project budgets, expenditures, accruals, contingency usage, and forecast accuracy.Perform schedule analysis and progress measurement to validate project performance against plan.Track and communicate cost and schedule variances, risks, and performance concerns to project stakeholders.Support monthly financial processes, including accruals and project accounting activities.Coordinate with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate project reporting and forecasting.Review invoices, change orders, and contractor progress updates for accuracy and compliance.Monitor project risk indicators and help develop mitigation and recovery plans when necessary.Conduct quantity takeoffs to validate estimates, pricing submissions, and construction progress.Interface with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and vendors to ensure accurate cost and schedule information.Provide training and guidance on project controls processes, scheduling practices, and contractual requirements. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related field.Experience supporting major capital, construction, infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects.Hands-on experience with Oracle Primavera P6 scheduling software.Experience developing and maintaining resource-loaded schedules.Experience with project cost controls, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and project performance measurement.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier.Experience working with corporate financial modeling tools.Knowledge of construction contract types, including EPC, Lump Sum, Unit Price, Time & Materials, and Cost Plus contracts.Experience reviewing and negotiating change orders.Understanding of corporate financial reporting processes.Experience supporting utility, power generation, energy, or large industrial construction projects.Knowledge of gas turbine generation facilities or electric generation operations. Ideal Background This role is a strong fit for candidates who have worked as:Project Controls SpecialistProject Controls AnalystProject SchedulerCost EngineerPlanning & Scheduling EngineerProject Cost AnalystConstruction Controls SpecialistCapital Projects AnalystIf you have experience managing project schedules, forecasting project costs, and providing project controls support for complex construction or infrastructure projects, we'd like to hear from you. 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Company Profile: Beacon Hill Technologies, a premier National Information Technology Staffing Group, provides world class technology talent across all industries utilizing a complete suite of staffing services. Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs. Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™