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Project Controls Assistant

Actalent
Moncks Corner, SC Contractor
POSTED ON 8/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/28/2026
Job Title: Project Controls Assistant
Job Description

Join a dynamic team at the Mission Critical Data Center Project, providing essential support in cost control and accounting within the construction sector. You will collaborate closely with the cost manager and be part of a dedicated cost control team, contributing to innovative project management.

Responsibilities

  • Provide accounting and administrative support to the Projects Controls Manager.
  • Ensure accuracy of customer and supplier accounts.
  • Receive, process, and file paperwork efficiently.
  • Manage petty cash transactions.
  • Handle invoices to subcontractor payouts, credit card vouchers, and tracking.
  • Perform data entry and maintain complex bills using Excel and other relevant software.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in accounting and bookkeeping.
  • Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
  • Invoicing and data entry expertise.
  • Advanced skills in Excel, including pivot tables and data entry.
  • Experience in project controls and cost analysis.
  • Familiarity with month-end reporting and financial statements.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience in accounting within construction is ideal.
  • Knowledge of general ledger systems.
  • Willingness to learn and use proprietary software for cost control.
Work Environment

The role is onsite at the construction site located on Pecan Tree Rd, St George, SC. You will be working within a highly innovative and groundbreaking project management team. The environment offers a unique opportunity to collaborate on one of the largest and most prestigious projects in the nation, where you will receive training on specialized software.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Moncks Corner, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $48.08/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Moncks Corner,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $43 - $48

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