Project Controls Specialist

Solar Turbines • Houston, TX

391d • $117,940 - $176,910

About The Position

The Project Controls Specialist at Caterpillar Inc. plays a crucial role in supporting complex projects throughout their lifecycle. This position focuses on risk identification and management, forecasting, scheduling, cost planning, and project status reporting. The specialist is responsible for developing and implementing project controls, ensuring consistent application across all projects, and managing change impacts on cost and schedule activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent relationship management skills to work with teams and senior management.
• Experience in project controls or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with project controls software.
• Knowledge of construction and mining equipment industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide support on complex projects during the project lifecycle.
• Identify and manage project risks.
• Forecast project timelines and costs.
• Plan and control project budgets.
• Report on project status and performance.
• Develop resource-loaded schedules.
• Implement change management practices to capture impacts on cost and schedule.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree