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Project Controls Specialist

CEIS | Power
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026
CEIS Power is currently looking for a Project Control Specialist for one of our top clients in York, SC.

Details:
  • York, SC
  • Until 06/01/2028
  • 4 10's work schedule
  • Hybrid (2/3 days onsite)
  • Local only

Summary:
  • Lead the development of the reporting systems for project controls assignments
  • Working with the Planners, PMs and Implementation Managers for the development of project schedules and assist with estimate development.
  • Advance level experience with P6 and NAS. Understand PCR and OSCR process.
  • Knowledge of cost controls and project estimates.
  • Workers at this level are responsible for performing complex aspects of project forecasting, cost alignment to schedules, development of average unit costs, cost analysis, variance analysis, budgeting, basic accounting principles, trending and burn rates, change control and cost control while reporting up to program or portfolio level with minimal supervision.
  • Workers are expected to have advanced skills and the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues.
  • This position must be fully competent in the application of project controls principles and procedures. They must be very familiar with financial and accounting principles in addition to project methodology.
  • They identify problems, develop solutions and take actions to resolve. This position must be adept at picking up and using unfamiliar software and able to work with large and complex data files.
  • Advanced to expert level of experience in Excel is required for this role.
  • This position typically is assigned to projects classified as “Green ” or "Brown" per the Project Management Center of Excellence Project Profile Matrix, or may manage multiple smaller (i.e. “White”) projects.
  • A proven ability to consistently forecast accurately and monetize risks while meeting tight deadlines is necessary for success in this role.
  • Experience working in a PMO environment, on a project controls team or in a project management working environment is required.
  • Exposure to energy-related projects not required but a plus.

Education & Experience Requirements:
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university - business, finance, project management, engineering, technical, or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 7 years of project controls experience. Minimum of 11 years of project controls experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Proficiency / Expertise with project management / project controls concepts / computer applications / analytics; strong collaborative team member.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Masters - business, finance, project management, or equivalent. PMI or AACE certification (the following or equivalent are acceptable - PMP, CAPM, PMI-SP, AACE-CCC, AACE-PSP, AACE-CEP, AACE-EVP).
  • Demonstrated expertise in using Software such as MS Project/MS Office Suite, Primavera, Business Objects, Prolog, Passport, Visio, Access, Powerplant, Maximo or EAM, PeopleSoft.
  • Risk management tools / Monte Carlo analysis.
  • Expert in user of Excel
  • Prior Utility experience.

CEIS Power is an award-winning Recruitment Agency Focused on Supplying Niche candidates across multiple industries. We work with some of the largest companies on the Fortune 100 List as well as many small to mid-size companies. Our consultants and contracted employees work across the United States. We have offices in TX, LA, NM, VA with more to come in the future.

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

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