Project Controls Engineer - Federal Sector
About The Position
Procon Consulting is a leading construction management consulting firm with over 25 years of delivering innovative solutions for large-scale projects across the United States. Proudly recognized as an ENR Top 100 firm, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and technology solutions. At Procon, we foster a culture of growth and development, providing our employees with the opportunity to make impactful contributions to the built environment. We are currently seeking a Project Controls Engineer specifically for our federal sector projects. This position involves supporting the planning, scheduling, and cost control activities essential for the successful execution of complex federal projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project controls and will be adept at collaborating with government clients and contractors to ensure compliance with federal project requirements. This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related AEC field.
- Minimum 1 year of project engineering or construction management experience.
- USACE CQM and OSHA 30 certifications required (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
- Strong understanding of construction project management processes, RFIs, submittals, schedules, and change orders.
- Experience with PMIS systems, project tracking logs, and document control.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Walking and standing for extended periods while performing site observations and inspections.
- Navigating active construction areas, including stairs, uneven surfaces, temporary walkways, and varying elevations.
- Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary to observe construction activities.
- Accessing mechanical, electrical, utility, process, and other construction areas as required.
- Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all applicable site safety requirements.
- Working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to typical construction-site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, and temperature fluctuations.
- Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of federal construction procedures and quality control processes preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review and track RFIs, submittments, permits, and contractor documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Maintain project logs including RFIs, submittals, change orders, safety tracking, inspections, schedules, and risk registers.
- Organize and manage project files, reports, meeting minutes, schedules, and contract documentation within PMIS systems.
- Support project managers with schedule reviews, cost tracking, risk management, and project reporting.
- Conduct field walks, inspections, and coordination with contractors, design teams, and client representatives.
- Monitor contractor performance, quality control, safety compliance, and progress reporting.
- Facilitate weekly coordination meetings and support communication between all project stakeholders.
- Assist with monthly reports, leadership briefings, pay application reviews, and project look-ahead planning.
- Help ensure project compliance with specifications, federal agency requirements, and construction standards.
Benefits
- full medical/dental insurance
- 401(K) plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
