Project Controls Specialist

Lochner • Seattle, WA

111d • $175,000 - $200,000

About The Position

As a Project Controls Specialist, you will play a critical leadership role in the planning, monitoring, and controlling of large-scale infrastructure or capital programs. Working closely with project managers, discipline leads, and client stakeholders, you will oversee cost control, schedule management, risk analysis, contract/change management, and data/content management across the project lifecycle. You will ensure that delivery performance is measured, reported, and optimized in alignment with contractual obligations and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10-25 years of experience in project controls, with at least 3 years in a lead or managerial role.
• Proficiency in project controls tools such as Primavera P6, Procore, Deltek Acumen, EcoSys, MS Project, Oracle Unifier, etc.
• Solid understanding of cost engineering, scheduling, earned value management (EVM), and risk analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP, CCP, EVP, PSP).
• Experience with large, multi-disciplinary infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Familiarity with various alternative contract delivery (e.g., D-B, PDB, CMGC, P3).
• Experience working with public-sector clients or in joint venture environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead project controls activities including, but not limited to, scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across one or more major programs or projects.
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules (Primavera P6 or equivalent) to support project execution and monitor progress.
• Establish and manage project budgets, cost control systems, and cash flow forecasts in coordination with project finance teams.
• Perform earned value analysis, variance analysis, and performance trend assessments.
• Lead monthly project reporting cycles and interface with clients on all project controls matters.
• Implement change control procedures, assessing the cost and schedule impact of scope changes.
• Support risk and opportunity management processes, including qualitative and quantitative risk analysis.
• Oversee data capture, validation/integrity for reporting.
• Monitor/oversee content/document management and configuration controls.
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards, client requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Mentor and manage a team of project controls professionals, providing guidance and technical oversight.

Benefits

• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
• Education and Training Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees