Project Controls Engineer

J.D. Abrams•Austin, TX

22h

About The Position

The Project Controls Engineer will perform a wide variety of administrative and project control functions with a unique focus on project closeouts and cost recovery efforts.

Requirements

Proficient with Microsoft Office products, e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.
Functional understanding of heavy highway construction, scheduling, and scheduling tools
Strong written, communication and critical thinking skills
Strong training and instructional skills such as questioning, discussing, explaining, and demonstrating
Highly professional work output
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Dependability
Must submit to background check and pre-employment drug screening
Degree in Construction or related discipline plus two (2) years of experience relevant to heavy highway construction, cost control, planning, and scheduling.

Nice To Haves

Experience with TxDOT projects, relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), etc.

Responsibilities

Reviewing specific contract requirements for scheduling and cost recovery needs
Assist in analyzing, preparing, and validating construction schedule delays, inefficiencies, disruptions, acceleration, specification interpretations, escalations, etc.
Providing ongoing support during claim processes in assessing or validating entitlement and quantification of damages
Assisting in preparing a request for equitable adjustment or claim in a timely and cost-effective manner
Negotiating with owner and other stakeholder representatives