Project Controls (524)

PMA Consultants Careers•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Project Controls professional is responsible for supporting cost and schedule management functions across capital and operational projects. Works under close supervision to collect, analyze, and report cost, schedule, and progress data. Provides support in maintaining project forecasts, identifying trends, and assisting with reporting deliverables to project managers and clients.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or a related discipline required.
2+ years of experience supporting cost, schedule, or project management efforts in a construction, engineering, or consulting environment.
Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Desire to grow within the project controls discipline and develop long-term capabilities across cost, schedule, and risk functions.
Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.
Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with project controls software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, and financial tracking tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with implementing and maintaining cost control systems and procedures.
Supports cost tracking efforts including budget, actuals, commitments, and forecasts.
Prepares basic cost reports under guidance, identifying variances and trends.
Gathers and integrates cost-related data from multiple stakeholders.
Assists with reviewing contractor invoices and tracking change order impacts.
Supports progress updates and schedule analysis using established tools and methods.
Performs entry-level critical path reviews and âwhat-ifâ scenarios with guidance.
Assists with monitoring schedule performance and identifying early indicators of delay.
Coordinates with schedulers to align progress data with financial updates.
Prepares data for monthly cost and schedule reports.
Assists with tracking and maintaining logs of RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
Ensures data integrity in project controls systems and tools.
Contributes to the development of visual and narrative report content for internal and external stakeholders.
Interfaces with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to gather cost and schedule inputs.
Supports internal coordination between cost and scheduling teams.
Communicates status updates clearly and timely to supervisors and team members.
Other duties as assigned.