Project Controls Coordinator

AECON • Austin, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

At Bodell Construction, an Aecon company, our mission is to deliver industry-leading services by integrating the unique needs of dynamic client partners with innovative, value-creating solutions. Through the collaborative efforts of skilled employees, we provide exceptional service to clients and colleagues alike, fostering a culture of vitality and ever forward professional development. Our aim is for our Utah construction company to win by aligning and enhancing ourselves as a team, so we can continuously discover, develop, and deliver the most innovative, value-creating solutions and meet the unique needs of dynamic client partners. Under the supervision and guidance of a Project Controls Manager, the Project Controls Coordinator will be responsible for providing Project Controls guidance and support to the project.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or project controls
• Post‑secondary education in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Familiarity with project schedules, cost tracking, and reporting is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced field environment and supporting site operations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Must be able to travel to projects
• Must possess valid driver's license and have access to a vehicle

Nice To Haves

• experience with SAP, Primavera, or similar tools is an asset

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and day-to-day use of project controls systems, ensuring data is entered accurately and consistently
• Assist the project team in using project controls tools for cost tracking, progress measurement, and reporting
• Assist with project setup activities, including WBS structure, cost coding, and cost loading
• Support alignment between the estimate, cost structure, and schedule to ensure a clean baseline
• Work with the project team to provide accurate field updates for the schedule, including progress, quantities, and sequencing
• Help ensure scope changes and current site conditions are reflected in the schedule
• Track and enter project progress, quantities, labour hours, and costs in coordination with site teams
• Help ensure labour, equipment, and materials are coded correctly to the appropriate cost accounts
• Assist in preparing project reports, including progress, productivity, and cost performance updates
• Support the team in identifying basic variances between planned and actual performance
• Support in the development and updating of the cost forecast
• Assist in gathering and organizing supporting documentation for change notices and change requests
• Help track and log potential and approved changes to ensure they are captured in project records
• Support updates to the project risk register by gathering inputs from the project team
• Assist in compiling required weekly and monthly reports for internal and client use
• Work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, and subcontractors to ensure accurate and timely information flow
• Support coordination between the field and home office project controls team
• Contribute to maintaining accurate and well-organized project records

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs , and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• A strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree