Project Controls Specialist 4 (Cost)

Job Description

Job Title: Project Controls Specialist 4 (Cost)

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Project Controls Specialist 4 (Cost) with our client located in Houston, TX.

Job Description:

• The Project Controls Specialist works within the Project Management Center of Excellence group and reports directly to the Manager of Project Controls, assisting the Project Manager(s) with the non-technical management of a project including but not limited to utilizing Earned Value Management methodology to keep deliverables on schedule and within budget, developing and maintaining standard Project Controls tools, and actively contributing to a spirit of continuous improvement.
• This position will also provide the opportunity to develop and implement innovation in Project Controls and maximize the use of the available technology in thought and software to align with the Small Modular Reactor technology cutting edge culture.
• This position will also provide the opportunity to develop and implement innovation in Project Controls and maximize the use of the available technology in thought and software to align with the Small Modular Reactor technology cutting edge culture.
• The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic, project-focused work environment, with the ability to quickly acclimate to new teams, project structures, and organizational priorities.
  
  
  

Job Responsibilities:

• Works with the appropriate Project Director(s) in the establishment of project controls governance for projects characterized by large investment commitment, vast complexity and long-lasting impact on the economy, the environment and society.
• Works with the appropriate Project Manager(s) in the establishment of new projects, develops an appropriate work breakdown structure and project control hierarchy, and establishes this hierarchy in the Primavera scheduling tool including the appropriate schedule information, resource loading, and milestones consistent with project funding, timetable and objectives.
• Works with Project Accounting to support monthly accruals process.
• Works with the Project Managers, Project Controls staff, and performing organization to create, update and maintain the project cost and schedule baseline.
• Develops and maintains periodic project status reports related to project progress including earned value metrics, schedule performance, approved changes, cost forecasts, and revenue.
• Identifies and mitigates potential changes. Where necessary, mature trends, gain approval, and implement approved changes to the project baseline.
• Creates, maintains, and controls access to project charge codes.
• Mentors junior staff within the project controls group and helps develop their knowledge and be available to assist with general questions.
• Incorporates external schedules within the project’s Integrated Master Schedule.
• Performs critical path analysis on project schedule.
• Performs forensic schedule analysis to support claims.
• Develops and publishes periodic project Level 2 and 3 milestone completion and status reports.
• Independently understands, follows and maintains Project Controls Processes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Job Qualifications:

• Education: A minimum of a B.S. or B.A. degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Accounting, or Business Administration is required. An advanced degree, current AACE certification OR other technical working experience is preferred. Alternatively, an additional 4 years (12 years total) of directly applicable full-time working experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of eight years working in a project planning / scheduling, project controls organization is required.
• Cost Controls
• Oracle ERP, SAP
• Prism G2 or other Earned Value Management System experience
• Nuclear experience a plus.
• Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills, with an emphasis on coordinating conflicting demands and priorities.
• Strong technical writing skills as well as excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Claims and Forensic analysis experience.
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy regulation 10 CFR, Part 810.
  
  
  

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Pay Range: $124,400 - $150,138.
• Location: Houston, TX.
  
  
  

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.