Project Controls Specialist

Chemelex•Houston, TX

11d

About The Position

The Project Controls Specialist II provides intermediate project controls support for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects. The role partners closely with Project Managers and Construction Managers to develop and maintain project schedules, monitor project performance, support cost and change management activities, and provide accurate reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The position helps ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with customer expectations. It requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with project controls systems and reporting tools.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in project controls, scheduling, cost control, project planning, construction, engineering, or related project support.
Working knowledge of project scheduling methodologies and earned value concepts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and SAP.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting engineering, procurement, or construction projects.
Experience using Primavera P6.
Four-year technical degree.

Responsibilities

Monitor project performance, including contract value, cost, margin, schedule, and change management.
Develop, maintain, and update detailed CPM schedules to support project planning, resource management, and execution.
Perform schedule analysis and earned value reporting to track project progress and performance.
Use Primavera P6, SAP, Excel, and database tools to plan, document, monitor, trend, and report activities across engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, testing, commissioning, and turnover.
Support Project Managers with project controls tools, schedule updates, and reporting throughout project execution.
Assist with project setup, change order tracking, and project closeout activities as needed.
Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting records.
Support Project and Construction Managers during progress review meetings with customers and stakeholders.
Coordinate with Owners, Owner's Representatives, subcontractors, and internal teams to communicate project status and align execution activities.
Assist in identifying schedule risks, project impacts, and opportunities for improvement.
Provide accurate project reporting to support decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Use SAP, Primavera P6, Excel, and other project controls systems to generate reports and maintain project data.
Develop and maintain project reporting tools and dashboards.
Apply SAP Project Systems (PS) knowledge and Excel logic formulas to improve reporting accuracy.
Use basic VBA skills to support reporting efficiency and automation opportunities.
Ensure project data integrity and timely reporting of project performance metrics.