Project Controls Specialist

Applied High Voltage, LLC•Houston, TX

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Controls Specialist coordinates and performs project control activities from pre-construction through execution and close-out.

BS/BA in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or Construction Management (Minimum of 5 years of project controls experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree)
1-3 years of project controls experience
Working knowledge of Primavera P6
Working knowledge of project controls and project management principles
Working Knowledge to Proficiency in computer applications such as scheduling software, financial tools, spreadsheets
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Strong understanding of the full life cycle of a construction project

Set up projects in ERP and project management systems to track and analyze performance data
Develop and implement project control plans, budgets, schedules, and cost breakdown structures (CBS)
Manage project controls and timelines to ensure compliance with cost standards and financial regulations
Monitor performance, quantity estimates, and claims; providing regular progress updates to the project team
Track earned value, costs, and schedules to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies
Maintain and oversee change management procedures, including review and approval of change orders to budget and revenue
Prepare weekly productivity reports and month-end reporting packages, including variance and forecast analysis
Maintain time-phased forecasts and cash flow reports
Update and monitor project dashboards (e.g., Power BI) and respond to ad-hoc data requests
Manage billing schedules and client invoicing processes
Participate in project meetings to review timelines, deliverables, and performance
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and contractors
Development and implement project controls best practices