Project Controls Specialist (Cost)

TEI Construction Services, Inc.•Tampa, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

TEi Construction Services has been delivering solutions to power generation facilities across the United States for more than 20 years. Our teams support some of the largest utilities and industrial plants in the country, executing complex work safely, efficiently, and under tight schedules. We are looking for a Project Controls Specialist who enjoys working directly on project sites alongside construction and operations teams. In this role, you will help keep projects on schedule, within budget, and running efficiently from start to finish. This position is based full-time at assigned project sites and plays a critical role in supporting field leadership and project management teams during the execution of major power generation construction projects. As part of the project team, you will help track performance, manage costs, and support scheduling to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Project Controls, ideally within industrial or construction environments
Experience supporting construction or power generation projects is highly valued
Strong understanding of project scheduling, cost control, and risk management
Experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced project environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field
Field project experience
Familiarity with power plant or industrial construction processes
Professional certifications such as PMI-SP or PSP

Responsibilities

Assist in developing project budgets based on cost estimates, resource plans, and procurement needs
Track project costs and report variances to project leadership
Support proposal development by contributing to project cost estimates
Identify opportunities for cost optimization and improved efficiency
Work with project planners and field leadership to maintain project schedules and milestones
Monitor progress and identify potential schedule risks or delays
Support planning efforts to ensure work stays aligned with project timelines and budgets
Establish project performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Track schedule progress, resource utilization, and scope changes
Prepare dashboards and reports to keep project stakeholders informed
Identify potential project risks and work with the team to develop mitigation strategies
Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments
Support the change management process, evaluating the schedule and cost impacts of scope changes
Work closely with project managers, planners, and field supervision to support project execution
Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders
Participate in project review meetings and help resolve project control challenges