Project Controls Specialist III

Zachry Group•Downers Grove, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is seeking an Project Controls III to work in the Houston, TX Design Center. The Project Controls Specialist III – Cost Control is responsible for producing, maintaining, and leading all cost control functions on assigned projects in accordance with company standards. This role supports project management by providing accurate cost reporting, forecasting, earned value analysis, and change management while exercising a high degree of independent judgment.

Requirements

High school diploma with extensive experience in project controls or cost control
Strong working knowledge of cost management, forecasting, earned value management, and change control
5+ years of experience working within project control, cost management, within EPC or industrial projects
High degree of computer literacy with advanced proficiency in Excel and project controls systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accountability for assigned work

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field
Significant experience performing cost control on EPC or industrial construction projects
Working knowledge of project controls software such as Primavera P6, cost management, and reporting systems
Proven experience leading cost control efforts on assigned projects

Responsibilities

Lead and maintain all project cost control activities, including budget development, cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting
Assist and advise the Project Manager in developing project scope of work related to cost control and project controls activities
Establish and manage cost control structures, control accounts, and reporting frameworks for assigned projects
Collect, validate, and analyze actual costs, commitments, and accruals to ensure accurate cost performance measurement
Prepare earned value reports, variance analysis, and cost performance indicators, and recommend corrective actions as needed
Develop and maintain forecast-at-completion (FAC/EAC) and cash flow projections
Prepare, review, and ensure the timely issuance of all required cost reports to internal and external stakeholders
Analyze cost trends, impacts, and contingencies, and communicate findings verbally and in writing to project leadership
Lead cost evaluation and analysis of change requests, trends, and change orders, ensuring impacts are properly assessed and incorporated
Provide input into project and corporate budget forecasting processes
Coordinate with scheduling, estimating, procurement, contracts, and accounting to ensure alignment of cost and schedule data
Provide realistic cost and resource forecast data at the project and portfolio level
Participate in project risk analysis and support mitigation planning as required
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior Project Controls or Cost Control personnel, as assigned