Project Controls Specialist - Cost Estimating

PM2CM•Los Angeles, CA

46d

About The Position

Join our dynamic team as a Project Controls Specialist focusing on Cost Estimation and play a critical role in managing the financial health of significant construction and capital projects. We are seeking a proactive professional who excels in cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial management, with a keen eye for detail and exceptional analytical skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5-10 years of professional experience in program or project controls within construction projects.
Solid experience across the full project lifecycle, including cost/schedule management, earned value management, forecasting, and risk assessment.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial data clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
Proven capability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments, working collaboratively within a team and independently.

Nice To Haves

Advanced experience with Proliance, Deltek Costpoint, Data-Warehouse, or similar capital program management systems.
Prior experience managing cost controls in educational facilities or similarly scaled projects.

Responsibilities

Manage and allocate Estimates to Complete (ETCs) across multiple projects, including change orders, task orders, vendor portal requests, and Project Budget Amendments (PBAs) to ensure alignment with financial objectives.
Actively participate in change management and risk assessment meetings to identify and mitigate cost-related trends and risks, developing effective cost mitigation strategies.
Conduct detailed analyses of cost variances, performance data, and financial trends, recommending actionable corrective measures to keep projects aligned with budgetary goals.
Perform monthly budget and cost reconciliations to maintain accuracy and reliability in financial reporting.
Collaborate closely with scheduling teams to evaluate how cash flow and schedule performance impact project costs, proactively identifying variances and forecasting potential financial risks.
Generate accurate financial and budget reports, providing tailored analyses for stakeholders, campus budgeting, cost controls, and audits using advanced systems such as Proliance and Deltek Costpoint.
Serve as the central point of contact for financial information requests, ensuring prompt and accurate dissemination of budgetary and cost-related data.
Oversee financial processes including contract amendments, budget transfers, payment applications, purchase requisitions, and other critical financial documentation.
Support the development of comprehensive dashboard reports and collaborate closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) to validate and compile critical financial data.